A handy pack of resources for libraries that would like to invite a class for a themed mental health week visit. Pack contains a school assembly presentation, discussion prompts and classroom resources relating to the Reading Well for teens collection. read more
Reading Friends is a flexible model with reading and conversation at its heart.
Take a look at the core principles of Reading Friends as there are some key aspects and values which remain the same – no matter the model. read more
This project plan will help you to keep things on track to help you deliver a great Reading Friends project in your local area. We have some examples, but feel free to edit depending on what works best for you locally. read more
Use this checklist to support the setup of your Reading Friends project. read more
This information sheet talk about dementia and how to make Reading Friends sessions dementia friendly. It is for those leading groups or one-to-ones with people who are living with dementia. read more
This information sheet can support you in choosing a dementia friendly space for your session and links to other dementia-focused charities who can also support. 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. Our team have picked the books that have stood out for them in 2024. We hope you find some inspiration for your next read, or perhaps spot a few… read more
The new form for October 2024-October 2025. We encourage monthly submission of the simplified form, but there are two important dates highlighted (Jan 2025 and June 2025).
Please email it to [email protected] on the submission dates. If you have any questions get in touch. read more
Use this survey for one off activities like taster sessions after the activity. read more
A real-life astronaut is here to tell you what it's REALLY like to blast off into space – and everywhere we might travel in the future! Could we build a colony on Mars? Will we ever land on Venus? Can we play football on the Moon?
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to pull on your… read more
Brimming with ideas and passion, Keisha’s determined to stamp down injustices and stand up for what she believes…
When Grandpa Joe tells Keisha about Great Aunt Bee, who was a lawyer and an activist, Keisha is determined to follow in her… read more
Packed with adventure and excitement, brimming with myth and magic, and full of history and heart, Relic Hamilton: Genie Hunter is a delightful read for any fan of action and fantasy. Bringing together the ancient world of genies and modern-day science fiction, Coelho’s first book in a new… read more