Never Say Die – The Reader Blog

National Literacy Trust, Walker Books and Facebook team up with author Anthony Horowitz to inspire reading for pleasure among children leaving primary school.

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2 weeks ago by thereaderorg It’s fabulous and it’s funny; this week’s #storybarnbookoftheweek features a rather flamboyant peacock named Larry. With beautiful detail (look out for the sparkly foil spread), #LimelightLarry is a story with a lot to say about sharing @stevemorganfoundation @hoonbutton #orchardbooksuk
2 weeks ago by thereaderorg Great to have team @hyeyoom_with_bif visit us at The Reader HQ all the way from Korea. A great visit to The Storybarn and a really touching #SharedReading session where we read The Way It Is by William Stafford. The team are researching reading and education whilst over in the UK - safe travels and good luck with your research
1 week ago by thereaderorg Thanks to everyone who came out to see the @handlebards perform #MuchAdoAboutNothing in the park on Saturday - what a magical evening!
1 week ago by thereaderorg We are inviting people who run classes, workshops and courses to find out how they can get involved at the Mansion House as part of our vibrant programme of activities. Do you teach classes in Liverpool? Join our Studio open evening on Thursday at 5.30pm. Email charlotteweber @thereader .org.uk, giving your name, interest and phone number if you want to come along. We’ll share food, literature, our vision for the studio and more information about how you can join us.
1 week ago by thereaderorg A heart-warming and gentle tale, Anna Hibiscus’ song is a story full of joy! A #storybarnbookoftheweek exploring the importance of families, heritage and of course, happiness!
1 day ago by thereaderorg The beautifully illustrated King of the Sky is a sensitively written story of hope and belonging in the face of loneliness and isolation. A great starting point for discussing some important issues. @stevemorganfdn @WalkerBooksUK @nicolakidsbooks