Join the National Year of Reading 2026 by turning your school into a hub of stories, creativity, and discovery — where every child can find books that excite and inspire. With engaging activities, diverse collections, and inclusive library spaces, schools can spark a lifelong love of reading for pleasure, wellbeing, and connection.
What are Book Bands? Book Bands are a structured system for categorising books based on reading levels. These bands ensure children have access to a variety of texts tailored to their reading abilities.
Supporting reluctant and struggling readers is essential for fostering a lifelong love of reading and ensuring academic success. By understanding the challenges these readers face and implementing effective strategies, educators and parents can make a significant impact on their literacy development.
Reading is one of the most valuable skills a child can develop, unlocking academic success, creativity, lifelong learning, and overall well-being. It enhances emotional intelligence, reduces stress, fosters empathy, and provides a sense of relaxation and escapism.
Discover how discounted book collections can help schools and libraries stretch their budgets while providing diverse, engaging reading materials. Find out how bulk purchases can support literacy development and enhance curriculum goals, with curated bundles and exclusive discounts that make it easier to provide quality books for all students. Keep reading to learn more!
With reading for pleasure in decline, non-fiction could be the key to reigniting children’s interest in books. Often overlooked, non-fiction supports learning, sparks curiosity, and engages even reluctant readers. Discover how the right titles can transform your library and inspire a love of reading.
In this guide, we answer key questions about phonics — its importance, the jargon, how to use decodable books, the relationship with book bands, and how both teachers and parents can support phonics learning.
Picture books spark joy, imagination, and a love of language in young readers. Read on to find out how they support early learning, build essential literacy skills, and help every child connect with stories in meaningful, lasting ways.
