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Lily's Monster - Reading Group Notes

Get your YA readers talking (and reading) ghosts and monsters Lily's Monster by award-winning ghost story writer Cliff McNish and these handy reading group notes.

“McNish’s master-storytelling skills are at their peak. Disturbing, extraordinary.” Philip Ardagh

From the multiple… read more

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Flipped - Reading Group Notes

Get your middle grade readers talking Dickens and what they'd do if they were (literally!) stuck in a book with Flipped! by Philip Caveney and these handy reading group notes.

From acclaimed children’s author, Philip Caveney, comes this exciting middle grade title, taking you back to… read more

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The History of We - KS2 Teaching Resources and Activities

The History of We

LEVEL: KS2
THEMES: Human History, Black History Month, Global Learning
SUBJECTS: History, Geography, Literacy, Art, PHSE

The History of We celebrates our shared ancestors’ ingenuity and achievements and imagines what these firsts would have looked and felt like.

What… read more

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Emily Brown and the Not-Very-Spooky Halloween Event Kit

Halloween is an exciting time of year, but it can also
be a scary one for very young children.

In the latest picture book,
Emily and Stanley meet a sweet little ghostie who
seems more frightened than frightening. The ghostie
thinks he needs to find his ‘spook’, but with the help
of his… read more

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Alan, King of the Universe by Tom McLaughlin Digital Pack

Join power-hungry cat, Alan and his loveable dog sidekick Fido as they take over the universe. Or at least try to . . . as long as they're home in time for tea!

This activity pack includes activity sheets and a sneak peek extract. read more

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Best to Read Aloud

Teachers' Reading Challenge 2025

Whilst Early Years and Key Stage 1 teachers might be regular read-alouders, as the age of pupils goes up, the opportunities to hear stories shared aloud can dwindle.

However, it can be a vital part of Reading for Pleasure at any age. There are studies… read more

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How to Get Magically Popular by Radhika Sanghani - Activities

A fresh, relatable story with a sprinkling of magic, about a girl who just wants to fit in but her magic powers make her stand out, from award-winning journalist and author Radhika Sanghani. Perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries.

Sabina Patel has never been popular. And in her new… read more

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Uncle Zeedie by Colm Field - Book Club Resources

Get your reluctant readers talking all things horror and Uncle Zeedie by Colm Field with these reading group resources.

Dare you brave THE BLOOD TEXTS? Uncle Zeedie is the second in this spine-tingling YA short horror fiction anthology series. Thrillingly spooky, full of creeping suspense… read more

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Good Bits by Kes Gray - digital pack

This imaginative collection of engaging short stories is perfect for all kids, from those who love reading, to those who struggle with books.

From a spaceship flight into a Black Hole, to a town plagued by zombie beavers; from a
magical pen that knows all the answers to a test, to a… read more

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Arts Award Discover: Summer Reading Challenge 2025

In this download you will find:

- Arts Award Discover activity sheets
- A document showing how the activities map to each part of Discover
- Information for parents & carers

Summer Reading Challenge activities can be used towards Arts Award Discover.

What is Arts Award?
Arts Award is… read more

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Book Club Day UK - Save the date toolkit

Please note, an updated toolkit will be shared in August, with more image assets being provided.

Earlier this year, Reading Groups for Everyone became the "Book Club Hub":https://bookclubhub.co.uk/. As well as a more inclusive and welcoming site, we will be expanding news and offers to… read more

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The Week Junior Ultimate Puzzles and Quizzes Event Pack

If you're planning a quiz or looking for a ready-made activity to support KS2 learners, this resource pack from Bloomsbury Education is for you! Created to accompany The Week Junior Ultimate Book of Puzzles and Quizzes, the pack is available as a free download.

The materials are designed to… read more

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