Photos for Writing

Explore ways to use photos and images to inspire different kinds of writing.

Book A Poet

A service to help schools organise bespoke spoken word workshops and events.

Poetry Prompts

A library of short videos to encourage pupils to write and perform their own poems created by Waterstones Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho.

Understanding Poetry

Joseph Coelho explores different aspects of poetry in a series of videos for use in the primary classroom.

SLA Weekend Course

Hear from academics, librarians and best-selling authors at the SLA annual Weekend Course from 7th-8th June 2024.

Safer Internet Day

Safer Internet Day, the UK’s biggest celebration of online safety will take place on 6th February 2024 .

FCBG Conference

Hear best-selling authors and illustrators talk about their work at the FCBG annual conference from 5th-7th April 2024.

Inclusive Books for Children Awards

The Inclusive Books for Children Awards celebrate the best inclusive books for children aged 1-9. The shortlists are announced in January.

Inclusive Books for Children

Open access website set up to help teachers and carers find high-quality inclusive books for primary-aged children.

The Adrien Prize

Children’s and YA book award that celebrates positive and inspiring portrayals of disability and neurodiversity. The shortlist is announced in January .