To mark World Friendship Day, also known as International Day of Friendship which takes place on 30 July this year, we have compiled a booklist focusing specifically on books written about friendship.
Tell us what you think about these books or any others you have read by tagging us on social… read more
Every 30 September, English PEN hosts a programme of talks, workshops and networking opportunities for literary translators, in celebration of International Translation Day. To help you celebrate the best in translated fiction and international authors, we have created a booklist of 12 authors… read more
As lots of people head off on their holidays, we selected books that can transport a reader somewhere else even if they’re not going away. From picking up plastic pollution on a Caribbean Island to rural Ireland to Memphis, we hope these stories can help transport children and young people on… read more
Download this Ukrainian certificate to reward children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022, Gadgeteers!
Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022. Libraries should contact their local Summer Reading Challenge… read more
Download this printable invitation for the Summer Reading Challenge 2022!
Please note: the front and back of the invitation are supplied as separate PDFs within the folder.
There are English, Northern Irish, Scottish, and Welsh versions of this resource available via the link… read more
Download and print this A4 poster and spread the word about Gadgeteers, Summer Reading Challenge 2022!
All illustrations are by Julian Beresford and © The Reading Agency 2022. read more
Unicorns with tummy trouble. Dragons with broken wings. Sneezy centaurs and mermaids with measles. Everyone in town knows just who to see when they are feeling poorly: Ava and her dads, The Marvellous Doctors for Magical Creatures.
_Well, Ava isn’t a doctor, not yet, but she’s learning the… read more
This activity sheet pairs with the printed Gadgeteers treasure hunt cards. Libraries can download this sheet in colour and in black & white by clicking on the link below.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language… read more
Libraries can download these printable treasure hunt character cards to use in ‘Gadgeteers’ activities!
A matching activity sheet for children is available via the link below.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language… read more
WALES ONLY
Download assets to promote Summer of Fun branded activities in your libraries.
Assets are available in both English and Welsh, but should only be used by Welsh libraries participating in the Welsh Government funded campaign.
Please note: this is a locked resource for Welsh… read more
Download these fun Welsh-language Gadgeteers themed puzzle activity sheets for children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2022.
This download also includes an answer sheet.
Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge… read more
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge is all about science and innovation, seeking to spark children’s curiosity about the world around them – a great theme to inspire readers of all ages.
This Welsh-language activity sheet enables you to keep a record of the books you’re enjoying together and… read more