Reading Rocks
School book supplier or specialist publisher
A curated book subscription service for primary schools offering access to the latest new titles.
£
KS1, KS2 ...
Reading Teachers = Reading Pupils
CPD course
A network of teachers' reading groups that meet to discuss children's literature and Reading for Pleasure teaching practice.
Free
KS2, KS3
Reading Well
Booklists and book reviews
Booklists to support mental health and wellbeing for children and young people.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
ReadingZone
Booklists and book reviews
Book reviews, author interviews and book news to help promote reading for pleasure in primary and secondary schools.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
ReadingZone Bookclub
Author events
A programme of free virtual author events to help primary schools develop a love of reading.
Free
KS1, KS2
ReadingZone Live
Lesson plans and teaching aids
A bank of free online lesson plans for KS1 and KS2 based on texts by top children's writers with accompanying online author interviews.
Free
KS1, KS2
Ready, Steady, Read
Sponsored reading event
A sponsored reading event that allows schools to earn up to 60% of the value of the money raised in free Usborne books.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Reflecting Realities Report
CPD resource
An annual report looking at the extent and quality of Minority Ethnic representation in children's publishing in the UK.
Free
KS1, KS2
Refugee Week
Event
An annual celebration of the contribution of refugees, with a focus on culture, the arts and the community. Refugee Week 2024 takes place from 17th-23rd June.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Round Table Books
School book supplier or specialist publisher
Bookseller specialising in books that celebrate diversity, based in Brixton, London.
£
KS1, KS2 ...
Safer Internet Day
Event
Safer Internet Day, the UK's biggest celebration of online safety will take place on 6th February 2024 .
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Scholastic School Book Fairs
School book fair
School Book Fair scheme that allows schools to earn Rewards to spend on books and teaching resources.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
School Diversity Week
Event
School Diversity Week is an opportunity to celebrate and promote LGBT+ equality in education. In 2024 it takes place from 24th-28th June.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Schools Library Service
School book supplier or specialist publisher
The SLS provides advice and practical support for schools on all library and literacy matters.
££
KS1, KS2 ...
Schools of Sanctuary
CPD resource, Projects, programmes and workshops
An accreditation scheme and supporting resources for schools looking to promote a culture of welcome and inclusion for young people seeking sanctuary.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Literature Festival
A year-round programme of free, online and in-person author events for primary and secondary schools.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
Shropshire Bookfest Book Awards
Book awards
Register to be part of these bi-annual book awards for primary pupils in Shropshire in September. Shortlists are announced in December and June.
£
KS1, KS2
Spark! School Book Awards
Book awards
Annual book awards where the winners are chosen by primary and secondary pupils across the UK. Register to take part between September and November. Shortlists announced in January.
£
KS1, KS2 ...
Speaking of Books
Author events
Family business helping schools, libraries and festivals organise author visits and events.
££
KS1, KS2 ...
Storytime
Newspapers, magazines and comics
A monthly illustrated story magazine for children aged five to nine.
£
KS1, KS2
Summer Book Club
Book club
A transition project pupils to promote reading for pleasure and build a sense of community for pupils moving up to secondary school. It runs from July to September.
Free
KS2, KS3
Support Your School
Book gifting and grants
A fundraising platform to help schools raise money to support children's literacy.
Free
KS1, KS2 ...
The Adrien Prize
Book awards
Children's and YA book award that celebrates positive and inspiring portrayals of disability and neurodiversity. The shortlist is announced in January .
Free
KS2, KS3 ...