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Author of Varjak Paw, The Outlaw Varjak Paw, Phoenix - and now TYGER! I also write about children's books & all things connected to them.
Jon Biddle
Year 5/6 teacher & English lead. Children's books & Reading for Pleasure mostly, Blake's 7 sometimes. Currently reading: How High We Go In The Dark.
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Award-winning charity transforming lives through literacy. #PowerofReading Transformational Training • Trusted Resources • Rooted in Research
Pie Corbett
Poet, storyteller and educational consultant.
Hannah Gold
Bestselling children’s author. Blue Peter & Waterstones Winner. 🏆 New book TURTLE MOON out Sep. 🐢 Ambassador for @whalesorg 🐳 Rep @cmlwilson
Everyone is welcome to get involved with #Pyjamarama !
Pop on your PJs, enjoy a day of stories, and donate to BookTrust to make sure no child misses out on the magic of reading.
Sign up to take part and receive exclusive resources 👇
booktrust.org.uk/support-us/pyj…
We're so excited about this!
Find out more about #LetterboxClub and how it could help to support children you work with here:
booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/pro…
Our #BookOfTheDay features a tiny dinosaur, exceptionally nasty baddies, unlikely heroes, and lots of action and laughs!
We think young readers will love #MissionMicroraptor from Philip Kavvadias:
booktrust.org.uk/book/m/mission… Chicken House
We have got such a special #PoetryPrompts for you this week!
Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho is laureating! has been on a trip to Tate Britain to find inspiration from a special painting!
We wonder what the art will get you writing about...
booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi… Tate Kids
Nathanael Lessore's piece for BookTrust is well worth a read -on why teen boys stop reading and some things that might just help... Access to a range of tempting books; diverse and authentic representation with MCs; encouragement! 🤗 Reading for Pleasure 🧶 Teresa Cremin
Our #BookOfTheDay is a heartfelt, profound story about finding your voice, teamwork, and standing up for what's right.
#Quiet by Tom Percival and Richard Jones is a really special picture book:
booktrust.org.uk/book/q/quiet2/ Simon & Schuster Children's Books
We're so excited to be giving you the chance to win a set of #PressStart books from Thomas Flintham!
This super series is perfect for young gamers, with bright illustrations and action-packed stories:
booktrust.org.uk/books-and-read…
It's #GreatPoetryReadingDay - which poems will you be sharing today?
In this brilliant piece, writer Matt Goodfellow shares some great tips to help children explore how to perform poetry:
booktrust.org.uk/news-and-featu… Matt Goodfellow
Pic: Oriol Vidal
It's #GreatPoetryReadingDay and we've got the perfect #BookOfTheDay to match!
#FindPeaceInAPoem is a lovely, illustrated poetry anthology that focuses on various aspects of mindfulness:
booktrust.org.uk/book/f/find-pe… Little Tiger Books
It's #TellAStoryDay and we want every child to experience the magic of stories.
That's why our #Bookstart offers are more than just gifting books - we also provide support and resources to show how books can be brought to life and help families extend stories into play!
Today we're remembering the wonderful John Burningham, who was born #OnThisDay in 1936.
John won our #LifetimeAchievementAward in 2018 for his brilliant books that have delighted children for decades.
Which of his books is your favourite?
booktrust.org.uk/booklists/j/jo…
Buckle up for a high-octane dino-spy adventure with our #BookOfTheDay !
#Spyceratops by Alex Willmore features bright, bold illustrations and a cast of charming prehistoric characters:
booktrust.org.uk/book/s/spycera… Farshore
