Who had birds called Death, Wigs and Spinach? How do you spell the noise of a door slamming? Whose working title was The Chronic Argonauts?
Henry Eliot – author, editor and insatiable bookworm – has ransacked the libraries and archives of world literature, compiling hundreds of bookish lists…. read more
These activities and notes are suitable for kids' book clubs, home learning or in the classroom.
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On a quiet farm in a frosty England, under the glowing light of a magical milk moon, a boy calf is born. His name is Albi, and he has no idea how extraordinary he is going to… read more
All Four Quarters of the Moon is a beautiful, heartwarming story about one family’s move from Singapore to Australia. This teaching pack explores
some of the important themes within the book using spotlight extracts, discussion questions, cross-curricular activities and ideas aimed at 9+/KS2… read more
A Reading Guide to 'Foster' and 'Small Things Like These' (shortlisted for The Booker Prize 2022) by Claire Keegan. read more
At The Reading Agency, we have read a lot of brilliant books over the past year; books that have made us laugh, cry and left us with a lot to discuss. Members of our team have picked the books that have stood out for them this year and shared a few words on why they loved it. We hope you find… read more
The website "Material Bodies, Social Bodies" makes accessible many hundreds of letters written by British men, women and children between 1680-1820.
The letters could be used within your Reading Friends groups and one-to-ones. The letters contain a wealth of information about everyday… read more
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 in today and… read more
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. read more
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":https://readingagency.org.uk/resources/6312/ for those who created their own goal… read more
<b>Join us for an inspiring talk on Tutankhamun followed by a Q&A with acclaimed journalist and author, Garry Shaw.</b>
Calling all history and Ancient Egypt fans: we have the perfect event for you!
We are hosting an exciting talk with journalist and author, Garry Shaw, as part of our The… read more
Stunningly honest and bursting with wit, Someday Maybe is the story of grief and resilience that you won't be able to stop talking about.
Eve is left heartbroken by her husband's unexpected death, but everyone around her – her friends, her boisterous British-Nigerian family, her toxic… read more
A Reading Guide to 'The Trees' by Percival Everett, shortlisted for The Booker Prize 2022.
Includes information about the book, the author, what the Booker judges said and questions and discussion points. read more