08 November 2022
The Reading Agency’s November booklist for Adults – Debuts
November marks National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo (as it’s more commonly known). We want to celebrate some of our favourite debut authors of 2022. From edge-of-your-seat thrillers to thought-provoking explorations of culture and belonging, there’s something for everyone! Dive...
08 November 2022
Don't Ask the Dragon by Lemn Sissay - Activity Sheets
Don’t Ask the Dragon by Lemn Sissay is the story of a story of a little boy called Alem who goes on an adventure. It’s his birthday, but who knows where he can go to celebrate it? Maybe the bear,...
06 November 2022
The Reading Agency’s November booklist for Children and Young People – Debuts
November marks National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo (as it’s more commonly known). We want to celebrate some of our favourite debut authors of 2022. From humorous tales of belonging and acceptance to sensational love stories (and everything in between!),...
02 November 2022
Overview of Welsh titles - Reading Well for teens CYM
A detailed overview of the Welsh language titles on the Reading Well for teens booklist. (Document written in Welsh).
02 November 2022
Overview of English titles - Reading Well for teens CYM
A detailed overview of the English language titles on the Reading Well for teens booklist. (Document written in Welsh).
01 November 2022
What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks - activity sheets
Unwrap a brand new adventure from everyone’s favourite crime-fighting ladybird! We’re celebrating What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas, a brand new title in the bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. In a big old house, the...
31 October 2022
The Last Storyteller by Donna Barba Higuera - digital pack
An unforgettable journey through the stars, to the very heart of what makes us human. The incredible Newbery Medal-winning novel from Donna Barba Higuera. “Gripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes – truly a beautiful cuento.”**- NEW...
28 October 2022
Teachers' Reading Challenge 2022 Own Goal Certificate
Did you set your own goal for the 2022 Teachers’ Reading Challenge? Download your certificate and share with your class and library how you took part.
28 October 2022
Teachers' Reading Challenge 2022 Certificate
Download your Teachers’ Reading Challenge certificate to display in your classroom or library and share how many books you read during the 2022 Challenge. We also have a different version of the Certificate for those who created their own goal this...
23 October 2022
Joseph Coelho - Rhymetime and Storytime digital pack
Blow a kiss, catch a kiss when we are apart. Blow a kiss, catch a kiss put it in your heart. From Eye Caterpillars to The Journey Game, and from Dancing Families to Dreamtime, Blow a Kiss, Catch a Kiss is beautifully...
19 October 2022
Reading Friends Reach and Impact Report 2021-22
The Reach and Impact Evaluation report for 2021-22 details the difference the programme has made, working with public libraries. Please share widely with relevant contacts.
18 October 2022
The Reading Agency’s October booklist for Children and Young People – Poetry
Celebrate National Poetry Day on 6 October and share the magic of poetry. Take inspiration this autumn with some of the best poetry writing and who knows, maybe you’ll become inspired to write your own poem. Tell us what you...
18 October 2022
October 2022 Children's and Young People booklist - Brilliant books by Black authors and illustrators
As October is Black History Month, we have created a booklist of 125 brilliant books created by Black authors and illustrators. There is something for everyone with fantastic poetry, graphic novels, fiction and non-fiction titles. You can join in with...
10 October 2022
Critical Role: Vox Machina Kith and Kin Reading Guide
Explore the past of Critical Role’s daring half-elf twins, Vex’ahlia and Vax’ildan, in this original prequel novel to their adventures with Vox Machina. This reading group guide will help discussion, activity and further reading, inspired by this book.
07 October 2022
Book guide - Reading Well for teens
Books that help teens understand feelings and boost confidence. A detailed overview of the books and digital resources on the Reading Well for teens scheme and helpful signposting to resources and e-lending.
07 October 2022
Interactive prescriber leaflet (bilingual) - Reading Well for teens
A digital version of the bilingual user leaflet for Reading Well for teens. The leaflet provides information about how the scheme works, resources available in your local library and the full list of titles on the Reading Well for teens list....
07 October 2022
Interactive prescriber leaflet - Reading Well for teens
A digital version of the user leaflet for Reading Well for teens. The leaflet provides information about how the scheme works, resources available in your local library and the full list of titles on the Reading Well for teens list. It...
07 October 2022
Apart of me
Apart of Me is a game designed to help young people who have lost a parent or close relative, or have someone important in their life with a terminal illness. The game is aimed at young people aged 11+. Available on...
07 October 2022
Stem4 Move Mood
Move Mood is an app developed for teenage mental health charity stem4 by Dr Nihara Krause, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, and uses the evidence-based treatment Behavioural Activation Therapy to help you improve your mood by encouraging you to increase your motivation...
07 October 2022
Stem4 Clear Fear
Clear Fear is an app developed for teenage mental health charity stem4 by Dr Nihara Krause, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, and used the evidence-based treatment CBT to focus on learning to reduce th physical responses to threat by learning to breathe,...
07 October 2022
Meic
Information, advice and advocacy helpline for children and young people under 25 in Wales. Provides information on local support as well as a helpline service available by phone, text or online. Llinell gymorth sy’n cynnig gwybodaeth, cyngor ac eiriolaeth i blant...
07 October 2022
Hwb
Hwb – Young person’s mental health toolkit Six playlists to signpost young people to a range of online resources to support mental health and wellbeing. The playlists include self-help websites, apps, helplines and more. bit.ly/YoungPersonsMentalHealthToolkit Hwb – pecyn cymorth iechyd meddwl pobl ifanc Chwe...
07 October 2022
Talk to Frank
Honest information about drugs, including facts about drugs and what do if your concerned about someone. Gwybodaeth onest am gyffuriau, gan gynnwys ffeithiau am gyffuriau a beth i’w wneud os wyt ti’n poeni am rywun. www.talktofrank.com
07 October 2022
Mind
Information and advice on mental health for young people aged 11-18. Topics covered include understanding mental health and wellbeing, feelings and experiences, looking after yourself and rights. www.mind.org.uk/information-support/for-children-and-young-people Gwybodaeth a chyngor ar iechyd meddwl i bobl ifanc 11–18 oed. Ymhlith y pynciau...
07 October 2022
On My Mind
(Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families) Information co-produced with young people to empower young people to make informed choices about their mental health and wellbeing. Cover a wide range of topics including LGBTQI+ mental health, self-care, loss and bereavement,...
07 October 2022
Every Mind Matters (NHS)
Advice and practical tips to help young people look after their mental health and wellbeing. Topics covered include exercise, sleep and how to take care of yourself on social media. Cyngor ac awgrymiadau ymarferol i helpu pobl ifanc i ofalu am...
07 October 2022
The Mix
Support and information for under 25s on any challenges they may be facing. Cover a wide range of topics including sex and relationships, body image, mental health, money and work and study. Translation into Welsh is available via Google Translate. Cymorth...
07 October 2022
Young Minds
Supports children and young people on their mental health including practical tips and advice from young people, as well as information on getting support. Cover a wide range of topics including conditions, feelings, coping with life and supporting friends. Also...
07 October 2022
Promotional bilingual toolkit - Reading Well for teens
A bilingual promotional toolkit for the Reading Well for teens booklist. Contains display ideas; online and social media content including template tweets and graphics; a photobank of shareable images and resources for health and education sector outreach.
07 October 2022
Childline
Information, tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration to help anyone under 19 in the UK feel more in control. Cover a wide range of topics that affect children and young people including bullying, body and body image, feelings, relationships and...
