As part of teachers' Reading Challenge 2023, our friends at RNIB have helped us put together a booklist with books suitable for a range of ages, all featuring blind or partially sighted characters. Most of these are #OwnVoices titles too, in that they were written in the authentic voices of blind… read more
A reading guide plus extract for When You Lose it by Gay Longworth.
About the book
Roxy was 13 years old when she was coerced then blackmailed into sending explicit photos, which were spread around her school. The shame led to self-loathing. The blame led to a psychotic breakdown…. read more
We have created this document to make it as easy as possible for you to promote your own Reading Friends projects. This resource contains information, suggestions, templates and links to resources to help you. read more
National Coding Week is an annual event that aims to help adults, young people and children with learning digital skills. National Coding Week will be happening from the 18-24 September so we are celebrating our favourite books that have strong themes to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and… read more
<b>Celebrating 10 years of cakes, crooks and canine capers!</b>
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam are two hapless robber dogs who can never seem to fill their swag bags. But when they decide on a career change and open up a café, they realize that, although crime doesn’t pay, cupcakes certainly… read more
<b>Celebrating 10 years of cakes, crooks and canine capers!</b>
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam are two hapless robber dogs who can never seem to fill their swag bags. But when they decide on a career change and open up a café, they realize that, although crime doesn’t pay, cupcakes certainly… read more
Don’t miss the next emotionally gripping thriller from <i>Sunday Times</i> bestseller Susan Lewis!
<b>THE STORY…</b>
The first chapter of a manuscript arrives on Publisher Marina’s desk. She assumes it’s just another novel by another aspiring writer…
<b>THE SECRET…</b>
As the chapters… read more
Download this PDF to view a list of the resources which are being produced for libraries taking part in Ready, Set, Read!
A range of resources will be made available to support libraries delivering this year's Summer Reading Challenge. These resources will be available to download from this… read more
In Simon Packham's Worrybot, Josh has built a Worrybot of his own, a home-made cardboard robot to eat up his worst fears. He writes his worries on a piece of paper, posts them into Worrybot's mouth and finds it helps his problems feel a little bit smaller.
UCLan Publishing are encouraging… read more
Our friends at RNIB have created this guide for accessible library storytimes, full of tips for library staff looking to run activities for children and caregivers who are visually impaired.
How to access the RNIB Library:
The best and easiest way to access the RNIB library for physical and… read more
Our friends at RNIB have come up with some brilliant activity ideas for libraries to complement this year’s games and sports theme!
Download the PDF below for suggested activities for children with a vision impairment, as well as for sighted children to gain empathy and understanding around… read more
Think the British Empire is ancient history? Think again.
It's time to tell you an unbelievable story. One that spans more than 400 years and influences the world as you know it.
Instead of endless lists of Kings and Queens, battles and dates, this book introduces you to some of the hottest… read more