20 November 2021
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Reading Befriender Area info for befrienders
Instructions for how befrienders access the Area dedicated to their training and resources. There are two versions depending on whether they have an account already. Please give befrienders the appropriate instructions. Any issues, contact readingfriends@readingagency.org.uk
17 November 2021
The Night the Moon Went Missing by Brendan Kearney - digital pack
DK are over the moon that The Night the Moon Went Missing has been selected as the Children’s Indie Book of the Month for November and we want to celebrate this with libraries and schools across the UK. Meet Moon and...
17 November 2021
The Night the Moon Went Missing by Brendan Kearney - author video
DK are over the moon that The Night the Moon Went Missing has been selected as the Children’s Indie Book of the Month for November and we want to celebrate this with libraries and schools across the UK. Meet Moon and...
17 November 2021
Fireborn by Aisling Fowler - Teaching Resources
Set in the snowy northern forests of an imagined prehistoric world, Fireborn is the middle-grade debut of the decade. At turns exciting, funny and heart wrenchingly sad, it marks the introduction of an unstoppable new voice in children’s storytelling. Twelve has...
17 November 2021
Genie and Teeny: Wishful Thinking by Steven Lenton - digital pack
The second in a series of magical adventures from the renowned illustrator, Steven Lenton, winner of Waterstones Picture Book of the Month and the Times Children’s Book of the Week. Grant the Genie is happy living in the real world in...
11 November 2021
The Prince of the Skies A3 Poster
From the bestselling author of The Librarian of Auschwitz, Antonio Iturbe, comes a captivating historical novel based on a true story – the extraordinary life and mysterious death of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, author of The Little Prince. Here is a...
11 November 2021
The Prince of the Skies Reading Group Questions
From the bestselling author of The Librarian of Auschwitz, Antonio Iturbe, comes a captivating historical novel based on a true story – the extraordinary life and mysterious death of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, author of The Little Prince. Here are some downloadable...
04 November 2021
Booker Prize 2021 shortlist reading group guides
If you’re reading any of the Booker Prize 2021 shortlisted titles, these reading guides will help to spark discussion and get you thinking.
02 November 2021
His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie - Book Club Kit
Oneworld have created a Book Club Kit for His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie. His Only Wife is a captivating debut and a Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club Pick! ‘Vivid, witty and utterly absorbing.’ Daily Mail In one of the most...
01 November 2021
The Burpee Bears by Joe Wicks and Paul Howard - digital pack
Meet the Burpee Bears in this glorious picture book created by “the Nation’s Favourite PE Teacher”, Joe Wicks! For this bear family, every day is a new day: a day for adventure and discovery, and true to Joe’s ethos, each book...
01 November 2021
Clementine Florentine by Tasha Harrison - activity pack
Clementine Florentine is an illustrated comedy for 8-12 year olds with a strong female protagonist who has a talent for poetry and a passion for Custard Creams. In an ingenious reverse ‘Parent Trap’, Clementine and her school nemesis Callum, have to...
29 October 2021
Mr. Men Little Miss and Winnie-the-Pooh - digital pack
Join in on Farshore’s unmissable anniversary celebrations for two of the best loved and most celebrated children’s brands, marking 50 years of the Mr. Men Little Miss and 95 years of Winnie-the-Pooh. Help celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s anniversary with Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was...
27 October 2021
Anisha, Accidental Detective: Show Stoppers by Serena Patel - Diwali Gift box activity
Anisha Accidental Detective is back with her latest HILARIOUS detective case. It’s nearly Diwali, and Anisha’s whole family are causing even more chaos than usual. And to add to the stress, her class only have one week to put on...
26 October 2021
The Chime Seekers by Ross Montgomery - digital resources (Teachers' Notes and Discussion Guide)
Step into a world of faerie tricks and hidden danger… When an evil faerie steals Yanni’s baby sister and swaps her for a Changeling, Yanni is swept into a dangerous race against time to get her back. For faeries delight in tricks...
25 October 2021
The Boy With Wings by Lenny Henry and Kennon Ferrell - Digital Resources (including comic activity)!
Let Your Imagination Fly: The Boy With Wings Macmillan Children’s Books are excited to introduce The Boy With Wings, the new children’s book by comedy legend, Lenny Henry for readers of 9 to 12. Illustrated throughout by Keenon Ferrell, it includes...
21 October 2021
November Booklist for Adults: Noteworthy Non-fiction
From the interviews with famous people about love in all its forms, to the experiences of a GP during the Covid pandemic, to the history of The Beatles, our list of noteworthy non-fiction has something for everyone.
21 October 2021
November Booklist for Children & Young People - Noteworthy Non-fiction
National Non-fiction November is the month to celebrate factual children’s books, from shocking science to incredible histories. Discover a range of titles for early readers through to young adults and encourage them to open a book and their minds!
19 October 2021
A History of the World in 25 Cities – digital activity pack and competition!
From the walled city of ancient Jericho to the modern-day metropolis of Tokyo, explore the world with this stunningly illustrated book of extraordinary city maps! Co-authored by award-winning children’s authors Tracey Turner and Andrew Donkin in consultation with specialist curators at...
19 October 2021
Reading Friends Impact Statistics
Use these impact highlights alongside the Case for Support to develop funding applications and engage key stakeholders.
19 October 2021
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What Works Well: session ideas
This resource includes ideas and tips on what types of activities and reading materials have worked well in Reading Friends sessions. Please let us know at readingfriends@readingagency.org.uk if anything else has worked well for you.
19 October 2021
RISE by Maliha Abidi: competition resources
This pack contains an PDF sampler of the book RISE by Maliha Abidi and a promotional poster for a competition inspired by the book. RISE celebrates the inspirational stories of 100 remarkable women of colour. From the entrepreneur with a homemade...
18 October 2021
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Reading Friends Editable Young People Portrait Posters
Editable portrait posters which show a selection of images of groups of young people taking part in face-to-face Reading Friends activities. Please use Adobe Acrobat to edit.
15 October 2021
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Reading Friends Editable Young People Landscape Posters
Editable landscape posters which show a selection of images of groups of young people taking part in face-to-face Reading Friends activities. Please use Adobe Acrobat to edit.
14 October 2021
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Reading Friends Editable Reading Materials Portrait Posters
Editable portrait posters which show a selection of reading materials. Please use Adobe Acrobat to edit.
14 October 2021
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Reading Friends Editable Tea & Biscuits Landscape Posters
Editable landscape posters which show a selection of tea and biscuits. Please use Adobe Acrobat to edit.
13 October 2021
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The Funny Thing about Norman Foreman Session Ideas
This resource includes a Q&A with Julietta Henderson, author of “The Funny Thing about Norman Foreman” as well as discussion questions and an activity sheet that can be used to spark conversation in Reading Friends sessions.
13 October 2021
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Reading Friends Editable Reading Materials Landscape Posters
Editable landscape posters which show a selection of reading materials. Please use Adobe Acrobat to edit.
13 October 2021
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Reading Friends Under 11s Evaluation Feedback Tool
This evaluation feedback tool can be used with primary aged children under 11 involved in Reading Friends. Please complete by 26 June 2023.
11 October 2021
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Dementia Specific Evaluation Tool
This specific evaluation tool resource can be used with people who are living with dementia. It’s a useful tool for people who cannot fill in surveys or for whom surveys aren’t appropriate. It can help capture ‘in the moment’ thoughts,...
10 October 2021
Reading Friends Project Toolkit for England
Click here for the Toolkit It contains practical information about how to get going, what is involved in local delivery, and how to maintain a safe and effective project. Use your Reading Agency Passport Account to access through the link...
