Reading for pleasure external resources
Take a look at some of the best resources and media that we've found from from external organisations, who are also promoting reading for pleasure.
The Summer Reading Challenge
Recent research shows that only 1 in 3 children and young people now enjoy reading. The Summer Reading Challenge is a joint programme from the Reading Agency and public libraries to combat that and get more children reading.
Promotional video
The official promotional video for the Summer Reading Challenge
Engaging schools: materials bundle
All of the materials to help school communities get involved with the Summer Reading Challenge 2026 in one handy place.
- This download contains:
- Schools info pack
- Template copy to parents/ carers
- Flyers for parents
- Book bag activity sheet for children
- Invitations for children
- Posters
- Template letter to teachers
The Summer Reading Challenge website
A link to the Reading Agency's Summer Reading Challenge website. You can sign up to take part and find lots of resources for the event.
Assembly slides
Use these assembly slides to promote the Summer Reading Challenge in your school. When you open the link you can download your own copy from the file menu.
North Tyneside Libraries flyer
Details of how you can get involved in the Summer Reading Challenge through North Tyneside Libraries.
Other resources
BBC Bitesize - KS1/KS2 Bringing Books to Life 1
An adventure into the world of children’s literature as celebrity presenters share what they love about their favourite books, with animations that bring the stories to life.
BookTrust YouTube Channel
A wonderful collection of free story telling, author interview and activity videos
The Right of the Reader
First published in 1992, Daniel Pennac's The Right's of the Reader was retranslated into English and republished in 2008, with an introduction and illustrations by Quentin Blake. Passionate and funny, but never didactic, Pennac explores why we read, and most importantly, why we don't.