Literacy2 days agoNew scheme hopes to get more children readingThe Bookmark Reading Charity is delivering new books to 29 primary schools across the country.2 days ago4 May 2026Dolly Parton book scheme to benefit more childrenFamilies in Patrick can now sign up to the Imagination Library, which provides books to children.4 May 20269 Apr 2026Alesha Dixon backs free book scheme The Walsall free book scheme links literacy with future financial wellbeing.9 Apr 202624 Mar 2026Campaign launched to keep children readingA study has found children start losing interest in reading in the early years of secondary school.24 Mar 202622 Mar 2026Baby book gifting scheme 'nurtures bonding'The scheme, recently introduced on the Isle of Man, sees all newborn babies being given a free book.22 Mar 202616 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 2026...
