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World Book Night 2023 Report

The evaluation report for World Book Night 2023 details the difference that the campaign made to people's lives. It includes an overview of activity and their impact. read more

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The Reading Agency’s January booklist - New Year, New Adventures

To kick off 2024 we have picked books that will either help you learn something new or will take you away on new adventures. Whether you're looking to delve into some self-improvement, explore the wonders of nature, conduct mind-boggling science experiments, or embark on thrilling fictional… read more

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The Reading Agency’s December booklist for children and young people - Books of the Year!

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 in 2024. We hope you find some inspiration for your next read, or perhaps… read more

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WELSH Promotional Poster - Winter Mini Challenge 2023

Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. The English-language version is available on the Resource Bank separately.

Shout about the Winter Mini Challenge with this printable poster!

Download and use our resources to encourage young readers at home, your library,… read more

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Get inspired with award-winning poet Joshua Seigal

<b>Get inspired with award-winning poet Joshua Seigal including teaching notes and a video of Joshua reading one of his poems from his new book, <i? Who Let the Words Out?</i>

About <i>Who Let the Words Out?</i></b>

A marvellous new collection of poems by Joshua Seigal, two-time winner of… read more

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Tottenham's Big Read 2023 - Amazing Bodies Activity Pack - Greyscale

This version of the activity pack is in greyscale for printing.

This activity pack is available to support children's reading of the book, Amazing Bodies by Dr Ronx. Find fun reading and writing activities to test children's understanding, as well as exciting science experiments to show the… read more

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Murder in Velvet Teaching Materials

13-year-old Grace loves her new charity shop coat. In fact, it's perfect. Except for one tiny thing. When she wears it, she sees visions of the previous owner's life … and their murder! A gripping story of secrets and murder for fans of fast-paced thrillers. read more

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Reading Record - Winter Mini Challenge 2023

Print this Reading Record booklet for children taking part in the Winter Mini Challenge for them to record the books they read.

Download and use our resources to encourage young readers at home, your library, school, reading group or community organisation to take part.

The Winter Mini… read more

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The Reading Agency’s November booklist – Debuts

November marks National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo (as it’s more commonly known). We want to celebrate some of our favourite debut authors/illustrators of 2023.

From beautifully illustrated picture books, thrilling middle grade, YA titles to escape with and a mixture of non-fiction and… read more

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Everyday Action, Everyday Change by Natalie and Noami Evans

Making changes that help make the world a fairer place can feel overwhelming. Where do you even start?
 
Well… Small actions really can make a big difference!
 
In this inspiring guide, changemakers, sisters and founders of Everyday Racism, Natalie and Naomi Evans, give readers empowering… read more

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You Could Be So Pretty by Holly Bourne Reading Group Questions

Reading group questions for You Could Be So Pretty by Holly Bourne.

Change the rules. Reclaim your power. If you can…

What would you choose?

“Razor-sharp and compelling, it is essential reading for every teenage girl.” The Observer

“This book is brilliant, brutal and beautiful. A… read more

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Where Are You Really From? Teaching Resources

Who do you think you are?

Have you ever thought about who you might be related to? What if we told you that you were related to EXTRAORDINARY EMPERORS, GREAT KINGS and MAGNIFICENT QUEENS? Well, your majesty, you are. In fact, everyone is. And geneticist Adam Rutherford is here to tell you… read more

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