02 February 2023
Trying Times for Sebastian Scattergood by Keith Rylands-Bolton - digital pack
Set in a small village in the Lincolnshire Wolds, Trying Times for Sebastian Scattergood is a chronicle of a horrendous year, narrated by an earnest and pompous man who lacks any sense of self-irony. Part disaster diary, part social satire,...
01 February 2023
All About Us from Usborne - Teaching Resources
The All About Set is perfect for helping little children learn about and navigate through confusing topics. The wonderfully illustrated books offer a reassuring and friendly take on these complex matters, making this set a must have for every child. This...
01 February 2023
The Tiger Who Sleeps Under My Chair by Hannah Foley - Teachers' Resources
Steeped in the natural history of Mary Anning’s Jurassic Coast, a powerful dual-timeline story about friendship, mental health and hidden stories. Emma Linden dreams of following in the footsteps of the famous fossil-hunter, Mary Anning. But when her brother James becomes...
31 January 2023
Schools engagement letter (CYM) - Reading Well for teens
A Welsh language template letter library staff can send to schools and colleges to establish partnerships to deliver Reading Well for teens.
31 January 2023
Library toolkit - Children's Mental Health Week 2023
A toolkit to support libraries to get involved with Children’s Mental Health Week (6-12th February 2023). The toolkit includes useful information, resources, display and activity ideas and template social media copy.
30 January 2023
Reading Well for teens - classroom prompts
Questions and relevant reading to prompt class discussions and activities based upon the topics covered on the Reading Well for teens booklist.
30 January 2023
Reading Well for Children - classroom prompts
Questions and relevant reading to prompt class discussions and activities based upon the topics covered on the Reading Well for children booklist.
27 January 2023
A Better Day by Dr Alex George - downloadable resources
What if we could think of mental health in a positive way? In this empowering and hopeful handbook, Youth Mental Health Ambassador Dr Alex George is here to show us how. A Better Day is a positive, accessible and practical toolkit guiding...
25 January 2023
The Bird Singers and The Wildstorm Curse by Eve Wersocki Morris - school resources
A fabled witch. A powerful curse. A monster out for revenge. Kallie dreams of becoming a playwright and is determined that her dyslexia won’t hold her back. But when rehearsals begin at Wildstorm Theatre Summer Camp and strange, scary things start...
23 January 2023
The Reading Agency’s January booklist for Adults – Books to Make you Laugh
January marks the beginning of a new year and we want to kick 2023 with lots of laughter. Escape into a world of humour and don’t forget to tell us what you thought of any of the books on the...
23 January 2023
The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams by Shane Hegarty and Jeff Crowther - activities
One of the funniest books you’ll read this year, perfect for fans of Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine. Welcome to the Shop of Impossible Ice Creams! Step inside to discover a delicious world of magical adventure, from bestselling author Shane Hegarty....
23 January 2023
Henry Eliot's Book of Bookish Lists - digital asset pack
Who had birds called Death, Wigs and Spinach? How do you spell the noise of a door slamming? Whose working title was The Chronic Argonauts? Henry Eliot – author, editor and insatiable bookworm – has ransacked the libraries and archives of...
19 January 2023
The Reading Agency’s January booklist for Children and Young People – Books to Make you Laugh Out Loud
January marks the beginning of a new year and we want to kick 2023 with lots of laughter. From picture books to graphic novels, there’s something for young readers of all ages. Escape into a world of LOL moments and...
13 January 2023
The Marvellers by by Dhonielle Clayton - Extract
‘The Marvellers deserves the highest compliment I can give a book: I want to live in this world’ – Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series. Eleven-year-old Ella Durand is the first Conjuror to attend the Arcanum Training Institute for Magical and...
12 January 2023
Albi: the Glowing Cow Boy - reading notes and activities
These activities and notes are suitable for kids’ book clubs, home learning or in the classroom. About the book On a quiet farm in a frosty England, under the glowing light of a magical milk moon, a boy calf is born....
11 January 2023
All Four Quarters of the Moon by Shirley Marr Teacher Notes
All Four Quarters of the Moon is a beautiful, heartwarming story about one family’s move from Singapore to Australia. This teaching pack explores some of the important themes within the book using spotlight extracts, discussion questions, cross-curricular activities and ideas...
11 January 2023
All Four Quarters of the Moon by Shirley Marr Discussion Notes
All Four Quarters of the Moon is a beautiful, heartwarming story about one family’s move from Singapore to Australia. These discussion notes explore some of the important themes within the book.
06 January 2023
'Foster' and 'Small Things Like These' Reading Group Guides
A Reading Guide to ‘Foster’ and ‘Small Things Like These’ (shortlisted for The Booker Prize 2022) by Claire Keegan.
23 December 2022
The Littlest Yak - digital resources and social media assets
Look for the perfect story time read? We have a sneak peek extract of The Littlest Yak: The New Arrival and a selection of social media assets to download for your library. More about the book ‘The heart-warming and hilarious sequel to...
22 December 2022
Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Money by Lara Bryan and Marie-Eve Tremblay - activity sheets and videos
Understanding money today is so much more than learning about notes and coins. Where does money come from? Why do I have to save? What happens if I click BUY NOW? Find answers to important money questions, and some silly...
01 December 2022
The Reading Agency’s December booklist - Books of the Year!
At The Reading Agency, we have read a lot of brilliant books over the past year; books that have made us laugh, cry and left us with a lot to discuss. Members of our team have picked the books that...
01 December 2022
Reading Letters project information
The website “Material Bodies, Social Bodies” makes accessible many hundreds of letters written by British men, women and children between 1680-1820. The letters could be used within your Reading Friends groups and one-to-ones. The letters contain a wealth of information...
01 December 2022
Sadé and Her Shadow Beasts by Rachel Faturoti - digital resources, video and social media assets
Explore the themes of grief, family, poetry and creativity with these learning resources for Rachel Faturoti’s glorious debut, Sadé and Her Shadow Beasts. Suitable for Upper Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3. More about the book Grief let the monsters...
24 November 2022
'Am I Made of Stardust?' Learning Resources
Explore the themes of space travel and curiosity with these learning resources for Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock’s ‘Am I Made of Stardust?’ Suitable for ages 9-11 (Year 4 to Year 6)
24 November 2022
'Wolfbane' Teacher Resources
Explore the themes of Michelle Paver’s ‘Wolfbane’ through activities and discussion in this Teachers’ Pack. About the Book The grand finale to the prize-winning adventure series that’s changed the lives of millions of readers. Breathtaking world-building on an epic scale. Pure escapism...
24 November 2022
All About Volcanos created by George in Derbyshire
All About Volcanos is a film… all about volcanos! Find out more with this film produced by George in Derbyshire.
24 November 2022
How to Look After a Pet created by Alfie and Cameron in Derbyshire
How do you look after a pet? Alfie and Cameron from Derbyshire share their advice with this informative film.
24 November 2022
Reading Sparks - Babies created by Courtney in Derbyshire
Find out about how babies grow with this film produced by Courtney in Derbyshire.
24 November 2022
'A Fishy Tale.....' created by Robbie, Louis and Joe in Derbyshire
A Fishy Tale… was created by Robbie, Louis and Joe and illustrated by Chloe in Derbyshire. Enjoy this fact filled film!
09 November 2022
MS Word and PowerPoint border artwork - Reading Well for teens
Decorative borders for MS Word and PowerPoint to frame pages and slides with Reading Well for teens branding.
