Literacy5 days agoCampaign launched to keep children readingA study has found children start losing interest in reading in the early years of secondary school.5 days ago8 days agoBaby book gifting scheme 'nurtures bonding'The scheme, recently introduced on the Isle of Man, sees all newborn babies being given a free book.8 days ago16 Mar 2026Council leader warns 'use libraries or lose them' The council says libraries are no longer under threat as they have come off its asset disposal list.16 Mar 202613 Mar 2026Free books for babies – thanks to Dolly PartonA community group in Somerset has signed up to Dolly Parton's literacy scheme.13 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Campaigners pleased under-threat library savedThe Woodston Library is going to remain open, to the delight of campaigners.12 Mar 20268 Mar 2026Boy, 7, publishes anthology to celebrate diversityJayce from Birmingham handpicked 20 poems written by children from underrepresented backgrounds.8 Mar 20268 Mar 2026Eight books to look out for in springThese books by authors from Northern Ireland will help inspire you to get back into reading this year8 Mar 20265 Mar 2026World record attempt for biggest reading lessonMore than 7,000 children and teachers gather for a literacy class in a football stadium.5 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Charities support BBC campaign to improve literacyThe project champions groups and organisations that support people reading in the area. 3 Mar 2026...
