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2025 Read for Empathy Collection Launch

Today Empathy Lab launches the 2025 Read for Empathy collection of books for 3-16-year-olds, alongside calling for empathy and emotional skills to be prioritised. Now in its 9th year, this unique list of 70 titles for children and young people aged … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – Children’s Book News

Hello and welcome to this month’s round up of what has been happening in the world of children’s books. With January behind us many are looking forward to discovering what February holds in the way of new books to enjoy. … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – Children’s Book News

Welcome to the first Reading Matters newsletter of 2025 and I hope that everyone had a happy and healthy Christmas holiday. Happy New Year to you and I hope that 2025 is a good year for you and your families. … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – Monthly Children’s Book News

Welcome to this latest round up of what has been happening in the world of children’s books over the last month. My news round ups are usually published on the first Saturday of the month but I have brought this … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – Children’s Book News

Welcome to this month’s look at what is happening in the world of children’s books. There is news of awards, both winners and long and short lists, plus events, interesting articles, resources and reviews. If Poetry Day on 3rd October … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Welcome to the first Reading Matters newsletter of the new academic year and I hope that everyone had a lovely summer. The start of the new school year often generates enthusiasm for new challenges and commitments. Perhaps you are new … Continue reading

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Summer Reading Matters – children’s book news

Welcome to a final round up of children’s book news for this academic year. Some special announcements feature including the appointment of the new Children’s Laureate and award winners in different areas of children’s literature. I have also highlighted some … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – children’s book news

Welcome to the October issue of Reading Matters and a look at what has been happening in the world of children’s books over the last few weeks. It’s been busy! So much so that this round up can’t possibly include … Continue reading

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Poetry By Heart 2024 Competition launches on National Poetry Day, 5 October, at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

After receiving a record-breaking number of entries in 2023, the 2024 Poetry By Heart competition will launch with a special live event at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Shakespeare’s Globe on National Poetry Day, Thursday 5 October. Special guests will include … Continue reading

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Reading Matters – children’s book news – back to school

Welcome to the first Reading Matters of the new school year. I hope everyone has enjoyed a good summer however you spent the time and that those working in education enjoyed a well earned rest. Perhaps you are new to … Continue reading

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