Summer Reading Challenge
Summer reading challenge – A good reading challenge will not only promote reading and encourage reading for pleasure, but it will encourage a reading culture to spread like a virus throughout your school.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
A.F Harrold is a British author and performer, known for his works of poetry, fiction, and children’s literature. He began his career as a spoken word artist, performing at poetry events and festivals across the UK. His first book, “The Imaginary”, a collection of poetry for children was published in 2006, which was followed by a series of successful poetry and fiction books for children and young adults.
In addition to his writing, Harrold is also a popular speaker and performer, regularly giving talks and workshops on the power of language and creativity. He has also collaborated with a number of musicians and illustrators to create unique, multi-disciplinary projects. Harrold is also a strong advocate for literacy and the importance of reading, and frequently participates in programs and initiatives to promote reading and writing among young people.
Summer reading challenge – A good reading challenge will not only promote reading and encourage reading for pleasure, but it will encourage a reading culture to spread like a virus throughout your school.
Here’s our selection of top new titles coming out in Autumn 2023. These reading recommendations include picture books, early and middle-grade fiction; young adult novels and non-fiction.
Season 1, Episode 2 of the School Reading List podcast. With new book post, 30 great books for August 2022, a step back in time to the science fiction of Nicholas Fisk and ‘Should classrooms have wall displays?’
Here’s our selection of top new titles coming out in Autumn 2022. These reading recommendations include picture books, early and middle-grade fiction; young adult novels and non-fiction.
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