*NEW for 2025/26*
CPD led by Charlotte Raby and Reading for Pleasure Ambassadors
Reflecting realities – Tuesday 24th February, 1:15-3:15pm, online
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Aimed at:
Teachers and practitioners from Primary, Secondary and Special schools
Theme:
In this session, you will get expert advice, from Charlotte and the Ambassadors, about how to adapt your practice to help children access books and develop a genuine love of reading.
Together you will look at the following:
- Reflecting Realities Report (CLPE, November 2025) – looking at ethnicity
- Inclusive books for children – looking excluded voices
- Book Trust – shared reading that is appropriate for our communities
We will look at reflecting the realities of our communities through:
- Case studies – learning about our students and the books they’re interested in
- Social reading environments – bumping into books
Reflections will include:
- Where do we go to get support and guidance?
- Our own knowledge of our communities, auditing our book collections and making a plan.
When and where:
Online training, 1:15-3:15pm, Tuesday 24th February 2026
Book your place here
2025/26 is the National Year of Reading.
‘The National Year of Reading 2026 is a campaign that will engage new audiences in reading, encourage reading for pleasure and change the nation’s reading culture for good.’
For more information, contact n.standing@hounsloweducationpartnership.co.uk
