That’s the trouble with stories, especially the ones you write for yourself. Sometimes you think they've ended, when they've barely begun…
London, 1749. Following the murder of her husband in a violent street robbery, Hannah Cole is struggling to keep her head above water. The Punchbowl… read more
Libraries can print off these comment cards and use them to collect feedback on the Summer Reading Challenge.
An English-language version of these cards is also available.
Don’t forget to let parents and carers know about the Family Survey! Available at… read more
Libraries can print off these comment cards and use them to collect feedback on the Summer Reading Challenge.
A Welsh-language version of these cards is also available.
Don’t forget to let parents and carers know about the Family Survey! Available at… read more
Get ready to meet Perla – the feisty, magical rescue dog who will steal your heart!
Perla is a small dog with a BIG personality and a very impressive roar. Her best friend is seven-year-old Nico Rico. But when Nico goes missing after school one day, it’s up to Perla – and The Pirate who… read more
This activity sheet pairs with the Story Garden treasure hunt character cards. Libraries can download this sheet 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 version.
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Libraries can download these Welsh printable treasure hunt character cards to use in Summer Reading Challenge activities!
A matching Welsh activity sheet for children and English versions of the character cards and activity sheet are available via the links below.
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Download this map to log your 30 minutes of reading each week!
A little reading can go a long way. Young people 12+ can join a new reading challenge this summer, with advice and reading recommendations that will encourage them to read every week for just 30 minutes! It’s a game-changer!… read more
This activity sheet enables you to keep a record of the books you’re enjoying together and will help to spark conversations around reading with family and friends.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language version.
Tip: If… read more
Exclusive preview of findings from The Reading Agency’s nationally representative research on adult reading habits (full report expected September 2025) show the lasting importance of family reading, including impact on happiness and ability to relax in adult life.
Aspects included in the… read more
Neptune and Thor battle for power and their fight upsets the balance of the world. Lightning strikes, curses fly and towering waves swallow a Viking longship and its crew into a watery valley, taking with it the secret of the magical blue crystals.
A thousand years later, Emily, a girl who is… read more
Children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge can colour in this bookmark and fill it out to recommend a book to their friends.
Please note, this is the Welsh-language version of this resource. See the link below for the English-language version.
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Download these Welsh-language certificates to reward children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2025 or recognise the hard work of your summer volunteers.
This folder includes:
- Standard certificate
- Mini Challenge certificate
- Special achievement certificate
- Schools… read more