BookTrust

At BookTrust, we know the transformative power of reading on children’s lives and in helping them to overcome disadvantage. No matter what the outcome of the #GeneralElection, let’s make sure the next generation is not let down. 🚨 Vote and have your say, for them.

It might be spooky season, but one thing that isn't scary is the brilliant #GreatBooksGuide offer from Waterstones! Buy any of the 100 recommended titles through our affiliate link this month and 10% will be donated to BookTrust... https://tidd.ly/4fctYLg #ChildrensBooks #ReadingTogether #SharedReading #StoryTime

“Representation, opportunity and what we’re expected to write are the biggest barriers for authors of colour." In #BlackHistoryMonth, we're returning to our chat with brilliant author Davina Tijani, who shares how #BookTrustRepresents has supported her in her career. She also shares her hopes for the future of children's books and what she believes needs to happen to make sure there is more representation of creators of colour. https://lnkd.in/eNYUUu2X #ChildrensBooks #RepresentationMatters #Publishing #ReadingTogether

"Make reading fun, a bit cheeky, full of purpose and interest." It's #ADHDAwarenessMonth, but how can we make books and reading appealing to children with ADHD? Former teacher and ADHD consultant Soli Lazarus came across this with her son and realised that the key was starting with his passions and interests. She shares some really helpful and practical advice here: https://lnkd.in/ekHD_jXE #ADHDAwareness #Neurodiversity #ChildrensBooks #ReadingTogether #SharedReading #ReadingForPleasure #RFP

In #BlackHistoryMonth and throughout the year, it's so important for children to have access to a wide range of books which represent them and others. We spoke to Anieka and Johnoi, teachers at a school in Croydon, to find out what a big difference this can make. #BHM2024 #RepresentationMatters #ChildrensBooks #ReadingForPleasure #RFP

Did you know that it's #MakeADifferenceDay? There are some wonderful children's books out there that can inspire young people to stand up and speak out - whether it's about a big topic like the climate emergency or in small moments in their everyday lives. We asked We Can author Alex Strick to recommend some favourites: https://lnkd.in/eWUxHqyw #ChildrensBooks #ReadingForPleasure #RFP

We'd like to send a huge thank you to all our early years partners for being part of #StorySharerWeek - and for all your amazing work with families! To round off the week, we're giving you the chance to win a bundle of brilliant books to help you continue to support families... https://lnkd.in/e7hU8w6U #StorySharerWeek #EarlyYears #EYFS #Families #SharedReading #ReadingTogether

"We’re not just telling them to go off and read to their children. We’re giving them a resource." We know that when our early years partners gift our #Bookstart Toddler and Pre-schooler packs by demonstrating how to use them, it has a greater impact on families' reading habits. See how this works in a children's centre in Rotherham here: https://lnkd.in/eG-Y7SW5 #StorySharerWeek #EarlyYears #EYFS #ReadingTogether #SharedReading

In #AdoptionWeek, we're pleased to share that we'll be co-hosting a workshop with Adoption Focus at the CVAA Annual Conference on 19 November! We'll be exploring how we've worked together to bring the magic and benefits of shared reading to adoptive families. Find out more about the Conference here: https://lnkd.in/e-ckKzNT #Adoption #SharedReading #AdoptiveFamilies

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