Letterbox Library
From Letterbox Library
Resource type: School book supplier or specialist publisher
Price band: £
Key stage: KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4
Region(s): All of UK
Letterbox Library is an online booksellers based in London. It sells books for children from EYFS to KS2. Letterbox Library specialises in inclusive and diverse books as well as books which promote ideas of social justice. Services include:
- Book packs to support a range of subjects, including gender equality, diverse families, Black History, identity and inclusion.
- Book selection services for schools looking for expert advice on setting up a book corner or refreshing their school library.
Anyone can buy books from Letterbox Library (though most of their customers are schools and early years settings). All of their individual books and book packs are discounted and can be viewed on their website.
Cost: Resources and book pack prices range from approximately £20 to £350.
About Letterbox Library: Letterbox Library is a not-for-profit social enterprise and workers’ cooperative. They were founded in 1983 with the aim of providing books that reflect the diversity of our world community, challenge negative stereotypes and promote ideas of social justice.
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- They have a stringent selection procedure: through their independent team of volunteer reviewers (made up of teachers, librarians, social workers and children), they only approve 30-35% of the books they see.
- Books are selected for excellence in storyline and artwork, as well as for their inclusive content.
- Letterbox Library also administers the Little Rebels Children’s Book Award.
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