77% of ‘non-readers’ read weekly.
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National Year of Reading
The Reading Agency is supporting public library engagement for the National Year of Reading 2026.
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Research and evidence is central to helping us achieve our mission. We speak to people of all ages across the UK to understand how and why they read, the successes and challenges they face and how our work can make a real difference.
1 in 4 children don’t reach the expected level of reading by the age of 11
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Latest News
The Reading Agency welcomes Education Committee report and calls for a universal Summer Reading Challenge
The Reading Agency welcomes the Education Committee’s recognition of the vital role reading plays in improving children’s life chances and…
How the Summer Reading Challenge Helped One Family Discover a Lifelong Love of Reading
Laura Henry-Allain MBE is an award-winning international producer, storyteller and educationalist who has spent her career championing children’s literacy and creativity. This…
Substance Over Surface: Where Reading for Pleasure Cultures Really Begin
What really creates a reading for pleasure culture? Explore practical ideas from The Open University on building lasting reading communities in schools.
Library Facts
Explore key facts about libraries, including the numbers of libraries, the demographics of library users and the outcomes of using libraries.
Reading Facts
We want to create a world where everyone is reading their way to a better life. Explore UK-wide reading statistics and facts.
Resources for Librarians
Pick Up a Book Classroom Resource: Letters
Celebrate the joy of reading with this free colouring activity inspired by Pick Up a Book, the song written by Laura Henry-Allain MBE. Colour the…
Radio 2 Book Club Extract of The Leveret by Anna Goldreich
Moving to the countryside is supposed to fix Clare and Phoebe’s relationship. A fresh start, a change of scenery, a chance to heal after the…
Radio 2 Book Club Reading Guide of Under Water by Tara Menon
When five-year-old Marissa loses her mother, she is taken by her father to live on a small Thai island in the Andaman Sea. There, she…
Teachers' Reading Challenge - June Reviews Snapshot
We have collated examples of reviews left by Teachers’ Reading Challenge participants left last month. Remember to "sign up to the Teachers’ Reading Challenge":https://teachersreadingchallenge.org.uk/ if…
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