06 July 2022
WELSH Schools Assembly Presentation for Summer Reading Challenge 2022
Download this assembly presentation and tell your school all about this year’s Summer Reading Challenge! The presentation is in PowerPoint format. Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language version.
06 July 2022
Oh No, George! 10th Anniversary - library and school digital packs
It’s hard work being good all the time – and it’s especially hard for a dog like George! Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, Oh No, George! is a laugh-out-loud, visual romp from the acclaimed author-illustrator, Chris Haughton. The digital packs include: -...
05 July 2022
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WELSH Communications Toolkit for Library Partners, Summer Reading Challenge 2022
This folder contains a toolkit with assets, suggested Welsh-language social media posts and newsletter copy to help libraries in Wales promote the Summer Reading Challenge. The folder also contains the Gadgeteers character guide, core pack guide, ‘How to take part’ information,...
04 July 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails Activity Pack (Welsh)
StoryTrails is a unique, immersive storytelling experience. It aims to allow local people to experience their town in a completely new way through immersive technology, including augmented and virtual reality. People will be able to use this new technology to...
04 July 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails additional apps and ideas (Welsh)
Additional apps and ideas for StoryTrails x Summer Reading Challenge activities Download Other SRCxST Resources Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Activity Toolkit Additional Resources and Activities Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Schools Activity Toolkit Welsh Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Activity Toolkit Welsh Get Immersive with...
04 July 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails Activity Toolkit for Teachers (Welsh)
This pack brings together StoryTrails and the Summer Reading Challenge, providing apps and session plans to help children and young people explore the themes of innovation, technology and immersive storytelling. Immersive Storytelling using innovative technology offers a powerful way to engage...
04 July 2022
The Reading Agency's July Booklist for Children & Young People- Friendship
To mark World Friendship Day, also known as International Day of Friendship which takes place on 30th July this year we have created a booklist of titles about friendship in all its forms.
03 July 2022
Hope on the Horizon by Onjali Q. Raúf - School Resources
“No one is too small to make a change.” Growing up, there is so much out of our control and so much we can feel helpless about. But together, we can make a difference. In this inspiring and practical handbook, bestselling...
01 July 2022
National Reading Group Day Chatterbooks pack
In this Chatterbooks activity pack you’ll find some great suggestions for Chatterbooks groups to celebrate National Reading Group Day together. National Reading Group Day is on 14 September, but you can use the pack at any time. The activities are...
01 July 2022
Secrets of an Undercover Activist by Nat Amoore - teaching resources and activity pack
Secrets of an Undercover Activist is the outrageous story of three best friends, one greedy mayor and a whole lot of pranking, by Nat Amoore! This book is suitable for readers aged 8+ Casey Wu tries to stay out of the spotlight,...
30 June 2022
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Gadgeteers Colouring In Sheets
Download two Gadgeteers colouring in sheets! Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. Libraries should contact their local Summer Reading Challenge coordinator(s) for access.
26 June 2022
Ghostcloud by Michael Mann - digital pack
Catch the wind. Find your freedom. Kidnapped and forced to shovel coal underneath a half-bombed, blackened power station, 12-year-old Luke’s life is miserable. Then, he discovers he can see things others can’t. Ghostly things. Specifically, a ghost-girl named Alma. Alma, who...
24 June 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails Activity Toolkit for Teachers
This pack brings together StoryTrails and the Summer Reading Challenge, providing apps and session plans to help children and young people explore the themes of innovation, technology and immersive storytelling. Immersive Storytelling using innovative technology offers a powerful way to engage...
23 June 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails additional apps and ideas
Additional apps and ideas for StoryTrails x Summer Reading Challenge activities Download Other SRCxST Resources Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Activity Toolkit Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Schools Activity Toolkit Welsh Get Immersive with the Gadgeteers Activity Toolkit Welsh Additional Resources and Activities Welsh Get Immersive...
23 June 2022
Summer Reading Challenge x StoryTrails
StoryTrails is a unique, immersive storytelling experience. It aims to allow local people to experience their town in a completely new way through immersive technology, including augmented and virtual reality. People will be able to use this new technology to...
23 June 2022
StoryTrails comms and activity toolkit (libraries nationwide)
The Reading Agency has put together a ‘Summer of Stories’ comms toolkit and activity pack that includes exciting opportunities and training from the project’s partners so that all libraries can benefit from StoryTrails in 2022. Even if you cannot make...
23 June 2022
StoryTrails comms and activity toolkit (15 libraries)
The Reading Agency has put together a ‘Summer of Stories’ comms toolkit and activity pack that includes exciting opportunities and training from the project’s partners so that all libraries can benefit from StoryTrails in 2022. Even if you cannot make...
23 June 2022
StoryTrails comms and activity toolkit (nationwide Wales)
The Reading Agency has put together a ‘Summer of Stories’ comms toolkit and activity pack that includes exciting opportunities and training from the project’s partners so that all libraries can benefit from StoryTrails in 2022. Even if you cannot make...
23 June 2022
StoryTrails comms and activity toolkit (Swansea and Newport)
The Reading Agency has put together a ‘Summer of Stories’ comms toolkit and activity pack that includes exciting opportunities and training from the project’s partners so that all libraries can benefit from StoryTrails in 2022. Even if you cannot make...
23 June 2022
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Gadgeteers Puzzles Activity Sheets
Download these fun Gadgeteers themed puzzle activity sheets for children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. This download also includes answer sheets. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. Libraries...
23 June 2022
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Gadgeteers Wordsearch Activity Sheets
Download wordsearch activity sheets for children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. This download also includes answer sheets. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. Libraries should contact their local...
23 June 2022
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Gadgeteers Recommend to a Friend Bookmarks
Children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge can colour in these Gadgeteers bookmarks and fill them out to recommend books to friends. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. Libraries...
23 June 2022
Gadgeteers Family Favourites Activity Booklet
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge is all about science and innovation, seeking to spark children’s curiosity about the world around them – a great theme to inspire readers of all ages. This activity sheet enables you to keep a record...
22 June 2022
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PILOT_Gadgeteers Library Evaluation
Download the Pilot Library Evaluation Form and guidance for Gadgeteers, Summer Reading Challenge 2022. All library authorities running the pilot model of the Summer Reading Challenge are required to complete this evaluation form. Please Note: This is the pilot library evaluation form....
22 June 2022
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Reading Sparks Comms Toolkit
This toolkit includes ideas and templates to help you to promote your Reading Sparks activity through social media, newsletters and press.
22 June 2022
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REGULAR MODEL_Gadgeteers Library Evaluation
Download the Library Evaluation Form and Guidance documents for Gadgeteers, Summer Reading Challenge 2022. All library authorities running the regular model of the Summer Reading Challenge are required to complete this evaluation form. Please Note: This is the standard library evaluation...
22 June 2022
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WALES_Gadgeteers Library Evaluation
Download the Library Evaluation Form and Guidance documents for Gadgeteers, Summer Reading Challenge 2022. All Welsh library authorities running the Summer Reading Challenge are required to complete this evaluation form. Please Note: This is the library evaluation for authorities in Wales. Library...
20 June 2022
Leilong's Too Long! and Leilong the Library Bus activity pack
Teacher notes for Leilong the Library Bus and Leilong’s Too Long! (pdf) A Leilong’s Too Long! colouring in sheet (pdf) A video of the illustrator painting a mural in a children’s library, based on the book (mp4) A look inside book trailer for...
20 June 2022
'Autumn Moonbeam' Activities
Dive into the world of Autumn Moonbeam with this activity pack, including puzzles, a recipe and instructions to create a puppet theatre. THE BOOK Autumn Moonbeam loves gymnastics and dance so when Sparkledale Dance Academy have tryouts for their competitive dance team,...
17 June 2022
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Gadgeteers: Comment Cards
You can use these comment cards to collect feedback on the Summer Reading Challenge. This resource contains two files: comment cards for children, and comment cards for parents/carers. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer...
