25 March 2021
Reading Well GP digital pack
Downloadable resources to support Reading Well in GP surgeries.
25 March 2021
The latest Quick Reads!
Quick Reads are short books written by bestselling authors. If you’re new to reading, struggle to find the time for longer books or want to try out some new authors – Quick Reads are the answer! These six titles were...
25 March 2021
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Wild World Heroes Logos
Download logos for the Summer Reading Challenge 2021. Please ensure you have read the branding guidelines (available at the link below) before using these assets. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2021....
25 March 2021
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Reading Friends Presentation for Partners
Share this Powerpoint presentation with partners to explain the Key Principles of Reading Friends and what activities you’re running.
23 March 2021
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Wild World Heroes: Initial Social Media Assets
Download Wild World Heroes assets suitable for Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Created for The Reading Agency release of this year’s theme and partnership. Please ensure you have read the Wild World Heroes Branding Guidelines before using these items. Please note: this is...
23 March 2021
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Wild World Heroes Branding Guidelines
This document sets out the guidelines for libraries when using the Wild World Heroes, Summer Reading Challenge 2021 artwork and resources. Please ensure you read the guidelines thoroughly before using any of the Wild World Heroes resources. Please note: this is a...
17 March 2021
Reading Well Postcards in Welsh and English
Printable designed postcards containing quotes from people who have benefited from the Reading Well booklist. Available in Welsh and English versions. Use to visually promote the impact of the programme.
17 March 2021
What’s the T? by Juno Dawson – Discussion Questions
What’s the T? is the essential guide to help readers aged 14+ discover what it means to be transgender and/or non-binary. From identity and expression to coming out and dating, Juno Dawson offers a frank and funny exploration of life...
17 March 2021
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Reading Friends Tips for New and Prospective Parents
This resource contains tips for running Reading Friends with new and prospective parents, important things to consider, and the types of reading materials you could include. Use this resource when planning and delivering a Reading Friends session with new mums,...
16 March 2021
Circus Maximus by Annelise Gray - Teaching Resources
Welcome to the great Circus Maximus, the most glorious sporting stage in Ancient Rome, where the best horses and charioteers compete in a race to the death, and one girl dreams of glory. Twelve-year-old Dido dreams of becoming the first female...
16 March 2021
Bumper pack of activity sheets from OUP Childrens
Oxford University Press Children’s Books are helping you spring into reading with a bumper pack of activity sheets and reading notes. These resources include activities based on brilliant titles such as Victioria Stich, Winnie and Wilbur, Roald Dahl, Pippi Longstocking...
15 March 2021
The Supreme Lie by Geraldine McCaughrean - Discussion Questions
Twice Carnegie medal winning Geraldine McCaughrean’s enthralling new novel is set in a world paralysed by natural disaster and dangerous lies. Fifteen-year-old Gloria is maid to Afalia’s tyrannical Head of State, Madame Suprema. When the country is hit by unprecedented flooding,...
12 March 2021
Social media assets for eBook lending
Images for libraries to promote eBook and eAudio lending on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, with three lending partner logos to choose from: BorrowBox, OverDrive and CloudLibrary.
12 March 2021
Partners Toolkit for Read, Talk, Share
This toolkit includes information and resources, including visual assets, to help promote the Read, Talk, Share campaign. You can find press releases, a visual assets pack, and how to take part in our social media campaign with suggested copy for...
11 March 2021
44 Tiny Secrets and 44 Tiny Acrobats by Sylvia Bishop and Ashley King - Teachers' guides and activity
44 Tiny Secrets is the first book in a heartwarming and timeless new series with a brave and spirited heroine, from the acclaimed duo behind The Bookshop Girl. Betsy Bow-Linnet is determined to become a world famous concert pianist like her...
11 March 2021
Mort the Meek by by Rachel DelaHaye - Book trailer and teachers' guide
The first in a wickedly funny new series about an aspiring pacifist in a brutal kingdom! On Brutalia violence is a way of life. Ravenous ravens circle overhead, monstrous grot bears cause chaos and the streets are bulging with brawls. But...
11 March 2021
Quick Reads versions of bestsellers!
We’ve gathered together six Quick Reads versions of bestsellers! If you’ve been wanting to see what all the fuss is about or join in the discussions on bestsellers but find the full text too long, try the Quick Reads version! If...
11 March 2021
Reading Ahead Ambassadors share their favourite books
If you’re just starting out on your reading journey or looking to try something new, why not take a recommendation from the experts! These six titles have been recommended by our Reading Ahead ambassadors and cover a range of topics and...
11 March 2021
Latest titles written by our Reading Ahead Ambassadors
Check out the latest titles written by our Reading Ambassadors, they cover a range of genres and topics so there’s something for everyone!
11 March 2021
Quick Reads by our Reading Ahead Ambassadors
A booklist of Quick Read texts written by our Reading Ahead Ambassadors.
08 March 2021
Challenge yourself to get Reading Ahead leaflet
What is Reading Ahead and why take part?
04 March 2021
Protect the Planet by Jess French - Author video
This World Book Day, are you ready to help save our world? In Protect the Planet from DK Books you can discover fascinating facts and practical solutions on what you can do to help solve some of the major problems...
04 March 2021
Protect the Planet by Jess French - Digital pack
This World Book Day, are you ready to help save our world? In Protect the Planet from DK Books you can discover fascinating facts and practical solutions on what you can do to help solve some of the major problems...
04 March 2021
March 2021 Children's and Young People booklist - Wonder Women
March is Women’s History Month, so we have created a booklist to celebrate some of our favourite stories about inspirational girls and women or fantastic books written by them. We hope that you will enjoy reading and discussing these stories...
02 March 2021
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Reading Friends Tips for Managing Group Phone Calls
This resource contains tips to prepare for, set up and deliver Reading Friends sessions using group phone calls. This resource has advice on different conference call platforms you could use, ideas on how to structure a group phone call session...
01 March 2021
Social prescribing flyers and postcards
Downloadable social prescribing flyers and postcards in Welsh and English.
26 February 2021
Toto the Ninja Cat and the Mystery Jewel Thief - Digital Activity Packs
Toto is no ordinary cat, and she can’t wait for you to join her on her fourth ninja adventure! From one of the UK’s best-loved broadcasters, purrfect for fans of The Aristocats, The Secret Life of Pets and Atticus Claw...
26 February 2021
Climate Action by Georgina Stevens and Katie Rewse - digital pack
The future is in our hands This book by Georgina Stevens explains in detail the different causes and effects of climate change and empowers children and families to think of ways to create change and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Full...
26 February 2021
Partnership form Reading Well collections
This form is intended for completion by libraries that have lent out Reading Well book collections to local partners. These partners may include schools, community hubs, prison library services, workplaces or other relevant community organisations.
25 February 2021
Children of the Benin Kingdom - Reading Notes and Activities
Ada has lived close to the great rainforest for her whole life, helping her beloved Papa Eze to heal fellow villagers when they fall sick. But when Papa Eze himself becomes unwell he knows it s time to reveal to...
