Wednesday 10 July 2019

Books Unlocked - Summer Reads

The new children's laureat has devised a 10 point plan to get children reading. Its being shared here for interest. In addition this could easily apply to everyone. What do you think?

Cressida Cowell's 10-point plan for children

1. Read for the joy of it
2. Access NEW books in schools, libraries and bookshops
3. Have advice from a trained librarian or bookseller
4. Own their OWN book
5. See themselves reflected in a book
6. Be read aloud to
7. Put a book down if they're not enjoying it
8. Be creative for at least 15 minutes a week
9. See an author event at least ONCE
10. Have a planet to read on

Books Unlocked - Summer Reading

The displays in our libraries offer some great suggestions for Summer Reads why not borrow one and see what it like?