Reading aloud for 20 mins daily can transform attitudes towards reading and boost reading/comprehension skills. Discover why it matters: sls-uk.org/the-importance… #UkEdChat #PrimaryRocks #ReadAloud #ReadingForPleasure #EdChat #LitChat #PrimaryEducation"

Jake Hope 💙 shares his passion for bringing the best books to children, especially in northern England. Discover how children’s books & libraries can change lives. Read the full interview: sls-uk.org/shelfie-love/ #UkEdChat #PrimaryRocks #ReadingForPleasure #ChildrensBooks #EdChat

Challenging gender stereotypes through picture books is key for EYFS & KS1. Picture books are powerful tools to promote gender equality early on. Learn more: sls-uk.org/challenging-ge… #UkEdChat #PrimaryRocks #GenderEquality #PHSE #EYFS #KS1 #PictureBooks #PrimaryEducation #EdChat

Is your school library a chaotic browsing free-for-all, or a well-oiled machine where students use the catalogue to actually find what they need? Learn why classification matters more than you think: sls-uk.org/classification… #LibrarySkills #SchoolLibraries

Transforming libraries from drab to fab! From library design & staff training to securing crucial funding, we help schools make their libraries vibrant learning hubs. Find out how: sls-uk.org/about/ #UkEdChat #SchoolLibraries #LibraryTransformation #EdChat

SLS UK librarians can help schools find alternative texts that better illustrate historical events like the Holocaust. Go beyond popular fiction to books that reflect real experiences. Learn more: sls-uk.org/beyond-the-boy… #UkEdChat #HistoricalFiction #LibrarySupport #EdChat"

Exciting news for 2024/25! Our Inside Track membership is your gateway to fabulous, easy-to-use teaching resources, reading lists, idea-packed webinars, and more! Stay inspired and empower learning with our expert-curated library. Sign up today: sls-uk.org/inside-track/ #UkEdChat

Need a spark for your classroom or extra-curricular activities? Our consultancy service supports schools beyond the library - helping teachers create engaging lessons & fun activities like author visits & book clubs! Discover more: sls-uk.org/about/

Think student librarians should just be good readers? Think again. The best pupil librarians bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to help. Find out how KS2 students can transform your school library experience: sls-uk.org/the-compelling… #UkEdChat #StudentLibrarians

From screen to page – how films inspire kids to pick up books. 🎬📚 Discover the magic of storytelling across mediums and spark curiosity in your classroom. sls-uk.org/coming-to-a-ci…

Unlock expert insights, classroom inspiration, and literacy resources with Inside Track. Your go-to hub for ideas that spark a love of reading and learning. 📚✨ sls-uk.org/inside-track/

Puppets aren’t just for play – they’re powerful teaching tools! 🐸✨ Discover how puppets can boost engagement, confidence, and creativity in your classroom. sls-uk.org/using-puppets-…

Representation matters. 📚✨ Explore the Big Book List featuring disabled and neurodiverse characters, helping every child see themselves in stories and fostering understanding in your classroom. sls-uk.org/big-book-list-…

Reading for pleasure isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. 📚✨ Discover why fostering a love of reading can transform engagement, wellbeing, and academic success in your classroom. sls-uk.org/the-importance…

How do we ensure every child sees themselves in art and stories? 🎨📚 Explore A Portrait of Black Artists and bring representation, inspiration, and creativity into your classroom. sls-uk.org/a-portrait-of-…

How can picture books help children understand loneliness? 📚✨ Explore stories that build resilience, encourage empathy, and help young children navigate big feelings. sls-uk.org/lonely-or-alon…

Don't miss out on the books kids actually want to read! 📚✨ Explore Lancashire SLS's child-curated Book Awards list and spark a love of reading in your classroom. sls-uk.org/books-kids-lov…

Don’t miss the chance to turn film fans into book lovers! 🎬📚 Discover how movie adaptations can inspire children to pick up the original stories. 👉 sls-uk.org/coming-to-a-ci… #PrimaryTeaching #ReadingForPleasure #SchoolLibrary

When Spellow Community Library burned down, it was more than just books lost—it was a community space. 📚🔥 Discover the story of resilience and rebuilding after tragedy.👉 sls-uk.org/the-burning-of… #CommunityStories #PrimaryTeaching #Resilience

Break free from outdated stereotypes! 📚✨ Discover resources that challenge gender norms and empower every child to be their true selves in the classroom. sls-uk.org/challenging-ge…