We've teamed up with CBeebies to provide a special reading corner in seven libraries across the country - complete with the famous yellow chair!

Here, Nicola from Sandwell Libraries shares how she hopes the reading corner will encourage families to get reading... #ACESupported

Our #BookOfTheDay is a wonderful collection of nature poems, perfect for anyone with a love of the outdoors!

#OutsideIn by Daniel Thompson and Julia Murray combines delightful poetry and charming illustrations:

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The brilliant Michael Rosen 💙💙🎓🎓 is a fantastic advocate for children's reading... and we can't wait to celebrate him on #MichaelRosenDay !

Books are a fantastic way of widening children's horizons and inspiring them to try new things!

So in #NationalChildrensGardeningWeek , we're sharing a list of super books that are perfect for young green-fingered readers:

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Pic: Jessica Courtney-Tickle

So happy to see that all new parents receive so a cute book package from the BookTrust. My Little hungry caterpillar will thoroughly enjoy this when he’s a bit older. #2weeksold Reading for Pleasure 🧶 #newbaby

Our #BookOfTheDay is a wonderful story with simple text and beautifully whimsical illustrations!

You'll love joining #TheGreatHennaParty from Humera Malik and Sonali Zahra:

booktrust.org.uk/book/t/the-gre… Lantana Publishing

The team at Black British Book Festival are working on lots of really exciting projects at the moment!

At BookTrust, we loved joining festival events last year and can't wait to get involved again.

Keep up to date with Black British Book Festival over on their timeline 👇

Reading can transform outcomes for children, particularly those from low income families.

It's vital that the next government invests in reading to make sure no child misses out.

Our #ReadingTogether proposals outline the action that must be taken 👇

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Our #BookOfTheDay is a beautiful and fascinating book which explores the wonderful world of mathematicians!

#MathematiciansAreCountingTheStars by Saskia Gwinn and Ana Albero shares lots of information in a fun cartoon style:

booktrust.org.uk/book/m/mathema… Magic Cat Publishing

Wonderful news! Congratulations to all the winners 👏

Children facing disadvantage need proper support in early years settings, including trained staff who read & interact with them, so they can reach their full potential & have the best start in life. This can only happen if services are properly funded & prioritised by Government.

Visit your local library this half term!

From story and rhymetime sessions to access to books and expert librarians, libraries are key for building a love of books in the early years - setting up children to receive the lifelong benefits of reading.

READING IN PJS – WHAT JOY! 📚📖
What a day we had on Pyjamarama Day!

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Our #BookOfTheDay is a very funny picture book which would be lots of fun to share with children, either one-on-one or in a group!

It's the brilliant #BigBadDragonClub from Beach:

booktrust.org.uk/book/b/big-bad… Simon & Schuster Children's Books

This week's #PoetryPrompts video is perfect for half-term!

Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho is laureating! is joined at CLPE by the brilliant conservationist and presenter Chantelle Lindsay to write some bug poems!

Which bug will you write a haiku about? 🐛

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Our #BookOfTheDay is a fantastic guide to different animals - and it's ideal for children who like dipping in and out of books.

#AnimalAllStars from Clare Balding 💙 and The Boy Fitz Hammond is a really engaging read:

booktrust.org.uk/book/a/animal-… Hachette Children's Group

Every mile is magic when you're supporting BookTrust!

Take on a challenge event and every step you take and every pound you raise will help us provide support to children who need it most.

Get involved today by choosing your event 👇

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Fascinating insight from Toby Helm. Childhood poverty blights too many lives. Long term investment in our children is needed to improve their outcomes, but regular reading with children when young can help make a difference to their development right now. theguardian.com/society/articl…