18 July 2018
To the Edge of the World by Julia Green - Reading group activity and competition
To the Edge of the World Set sail on an exciting adventure in award-winning author Julia Green’s new story To the Edge of the World. Set in the islands of the Outer Hebrides, Julia’s book is a gripping sea adventure with...
18 July 2018
Social Media Guide
Reading Groups for Everyone is full of opportunities for reading groups, but publishers are often looking for feedback and reviews in return. They are also increasingly looking for groups who will share their thoughts on social media platforms. If you...
17 July 2018
Reading Well Wales: Welsh-language user leaflet for Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia
Welsh-language user leaflet for the Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia scheme. 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 Books on Prescription...
17 July 2018
Reading Well Wales: English-language user leaflet for Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia
English-language user leaflet for the Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia scheme. 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 Books on Prescription...
17 July 2018
Reading Well Wales: bilingual poster for Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia
Bilingual poster artwork (Welsh and English) for the Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia in Wales scheme.
12 July 2018
National Poetry Day – Reading Group Guide
In the lead-up to National Poetry Day in October, we have a selection of poetry collections that have been specially chosen for reading groups with notes and questions to get you started. To download the guide, click the link below.
12 July 2018
Summer 2018 Booklist
Now that summer has arrived, we’re all looking for that perfect book to take to the beach. The Reading Agency staff have put together our ultimate summer booklist recommendations, with new and older books that we think everyone should take...
05 July 2018
Think Like an Engineer by Usborne - activity booklet
Think Like an Engineer activity booklet Usborne have created a fantastic activity pack to help inspire children with engineering. They can find out what it takes to be an awesome engineer in this free activity booklet, filled with problems to solve,...
05 July 2018
The Girls with the Lost Smile by Miranda Hart - Event Pack
FIND YOUR SMILE using this fun The Girl with the Lost Smile event pack! The Girl with the Lost Smile Chloe Long has lost her smile. She’s looked everywhere for it. (Under her pillow. Under her bed. Under her nose. Obviously.) She’s tried...
05 July 2018
Mischief Makers Chatterbooks Activity Pack
Here is a Chatterbooks activity pack to accompany the Summer Reading Challenge, Mischief Makers. It features reading and activity ideas inspired by the brilliant books in the 2018 Summer Reading Challenge collection.
05 July 2018
Reading Well Wales: Overview of the dementia titles
A guide to the books on the Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia booklist in Wales.
04 July 2018
The Princess in Black by Shannon Hale and Dean Hale - Event Kit
The Princess in Black Who says princesses can’t wear black? When trouble raises its blue monster head, Princess Magnolia ditches her flouncy dresses and becomes the Princess in Black. The first in a funny, action-packed series for young readers who like their...
03 July 2018
The Sealwoman's Gift by Sally Magnusson - Extract
In 1627 Barbary pirates raided the coast of Iceland and abducted some 400 of its people, including 250 from a tiny island off the mainland. Among the captives sold into slavery in Algiers were the island pastor, his wife and...
03 July 2018
The Silent Companions by Laura Purcell - Extract
Newly married, newly widowed Elsie is sent to see out her pregnancy at her late husband’s crumbling country estate, The Bridge. With her new servants resentful and the local villagers actively hostile, Elsie only has her husband’s awkward cousin for company. Or...
03 July 2018
The Silent Companions by Laura Purcell - Reading Group Guide
Newly married, newly widowed Elsie is sent to see out her pregnancy at her late husband’s crumbling country estate, The Bridge. With her new servants resentful and the local villagers actively hostile, Elsie only has her husband’s awkward cousin for...
02 July 2018
Hot, hot, hot!
When it’s hot outside, sometimes you need a book to match how you feel. Here are some of our favourite books that are perfect for a heatwave.
18 June 2018
LGBT History Month
For LGBT History Month, we’ve selected some fantastic books for everyone to read.
18 June 2018
Royal Society Young People's Book Prize - Chatterbooks Activity Pack
The Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize aims to inspire young people to read about science and promotes the writing of excellent, accessible books for under-14s. We have created a Chatterbooks Pack featuring this year’s brilliant shortlisted titles. There are...
15 June 2018
Books to Make You Laugh and Cry #NRGD18
To celebrate National Reading Group Day 2018, we asked reading groups to share the books that made them laugh, cry, or both. We know that books that cause an emotional reaction are the ones that stay with you, so take...
14 June 2018
Dr Ben Garrod - So You Think You Know About Dinosaurs activity pack
So You Think You Know About Dinosaurs? Biologist and TV scientist Ben Garrod has written a fun, funny, informative and collectible series about dinosaurs. The series will be launching with T. Rex, Diplodocus and Tricearatops. To celebrate this new series, Head...
14 June 2018
The Family Next Door by Sally Hepworth
Reading group questions for The Family Next Door by Sally Hepworth.
12 June 2018
Tropical Terry by Jarvis - a book trailer
Terry wants to stand out. But, in Coral Reef City, it’s sometimes better to blend in… Coral Reef City is home to the most dazzling shoals of tropical fish in ALL the ocean. And then there is Terry. Terry looks grey....
07 June 2018
The Songs by Charles Elton Reading Group Guide
A Reading Group Guide to the new novel from the bestselling author of Mr Toppit, a Richard & Judy Book Club pick.
07 June 2018
Happily Ever After: The Little Mermaid by Alex Fields - Teacher's Notes
A little mermaid must say goodbye to her sea legs if she is to be with her prince. Owen Swan’s ethereal illustrations recreate life and beauty under the sea. AGE: 4-8 years Download the Teacher’s Notes for some excellent guidance on how you...
07 June 2018
DK Football Book - Poster (Digital)
DK presents three books all about football, telling you everything you need to know in preparation for the 2018 World Cup. To help you celebrate, this poster has been created to display.
07 June 2018
DK Star Wars Maker Lab – Activity Sheet
Ever wanted to move things without touching them like a Jedi can? Or grow your own kyber crystal? Or maybe explode a balloon with a beam of energy, just like the Death Star? Now you can! With 20 amazing projects, Star...
05 June 2018
Book jacket composite - Reading Well for mental health
A shareable composite image of the covers of the Reading Well for mental health booklist.
05 June 2018
Image bank - Reading Well for mental health
A collection of photos that can be used on local library and health websites to promote the Reading Well for mental health.
05 June 2018
Adaptable PowerPoint presentation - Reading Well for mental health
An adaptable PowerPoint presentation for commissioning Reading Well for mental health.
05 June 2018
Booklist and format availability - Reading Well for mental health
A list of titles on the Reading Well for mental health booklist and which formats they are available in.
