Resources
Book Shelf Recommendation Cards (Public Library)
Use these cards to recommend a book you love and pop it on the shelf for others browsing
Book Shelf Recommendation Cards (Secondary School)
Use these cards to recommend a book you love and pop it on the shelf for others browsing.
Build a Story at the Museum
Museums are a great place to uncover stories – they’re hiding everywhere amongst the fascinating objects.
Take this sheet along to a museum near you to help you build a story!
Building a Reading Culture (Libraries/Community Group)
This guide is full of practical suggestions and ideas for building a reading culture outwith a school setting.
Building a Reading Culture in your Secondary School
This guide is full of practical suggestions and ideas to help you build a reading culture in your secondary school.
Case studies and inspiration
Our blog is full of ideas about building a reading culture and encouraging young people to read for pleasure, with case studies from participants, book suggestions and more!
See Inside the Party Packs!
This year, every school, library or community group that submits an entry to the First Minister's Reading Challenge will receive their very own Party Pack!
Community Reading Journeys
This year, community groups have been able to register for the Reading Challenge for the first time, and groups across Scotland have been taking on the challenge to encourage reading for pleasure amongst the young people they work with!