Children's Laureate

🚨🚨 FREE SCHOOL RESOURCES🚨🚨 We have created some free school resources about the Waterstones Children's Laureate role and everything you need to know about @frankcottrell_b throughout his tenure. Check out more here: booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi… But that's not all... 1/2

Don't miss out on your chance to join our #ChildrensLaureate steering group! We're looking for a new member to represent the Early Years sector, but applications close at 12pm on 2 June. Find out more about the role here 👇 tbooktrust.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vac…

📢 NEW: Our #ReadingRights report with Waterstones @UKLaureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce is out now! It shares 5 focus areas that will turn the tide on reading inequality and unveils plans for our City of Stories place-based pilot: booktrust.org.uk/about-us/readi… @ace_national #ACESupported

Schools, don't miss this! Join @Waterstones online for a very special virtual event with Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b as he presents his hilarious new middle-grade adventure novel The Blockbusters! You can register here 👇 waterstones.com/events/virtual…

🚨We're looking for a new member to join the Children's Laureate Steering Group! 🚨 We're keen to hear from those working in the Early Years sector who are passionate about reading and children's books! To find out more and apply here: booktrust.org.uk/about-us/work-…

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It has certainly been a very big year for @frankcottrell_b who was named @Waterstones @UKLaureate back in July. Frank reflects on his special 2024 in the latest @BigIssue

📚 Exciting news! We're please to announce the #LBF25 Authors of the Day & Creative of the Fair. From Monica Ali to @claudiapineiro, @frankcottrell_b, and @jamiesmart. 🌟 Learn more about how they will be empowering the next chapter of storytelling: bit.ly/417gT2a

"Being read to is such a marker of love." In case you missed it, Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b will be one of @BBCr4today's guest editors this Christmas! Here, he speaks to @amolrajan about what his episode will focus on 👇 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/int…

We are so excited that the wonderful Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b is part of this spectacular line-up! Do not miss his episode - he's got some fantastic stuff in store for you.

We had an absolutely wonderful, inspiring time joining our brilliant Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b for his massive virtual school event - and we hope you did too! You can find lots of #ChildrensLaureate classroom resources here: booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi…

We're so excited that our big virtual schools event with Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b is starting in less than half an hour! We're behind the scenes with Frank getting ready right now. Who'll be joining us at 11?

"When you share a story, you're giving a child a hug that will last the rest of their lives." During his #ReadingRights campaign, Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b has been learning how stories support children from vulnerable family backgrounds: booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi…

Our free virtual event with the Children's Laureate @frankcottrell_b is happening next week on 21 November! Click the link to register so you don't miss out: booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi…

The UK @waterstones Children's Laureate and screenwriter of Kensuke's Kingdom, @frankcottrell_b, explains why educators and learners across the UK don't want to miss out on FREE cinema trips at the #IntoFilmFestival🍿@Booktrust @UKLaureate Book now: bit.ly/485vNHr

@Waterstones @frankcottrell_b @Booktrust @UKLaureate The magic of education and cinema continues after the #IntoFilmFestival! Explore the unknown and immerse your pupils in the secret world of Kensuke's Kingdom and 2D animation with our FREE learning resource✏️ Download now: intofilm.org/resources/2246

Boost #Literacy skills with the #IntoFilmFestival Review Writing Competition!✏️🥇 The UK @waterstones Children's Laureate, @frankcottrell_b, encourages all educators from across the UK to get their learners involved🎬 @Booktrust @UKLaureate Learn more: bit.ly/48oDcBR

We were thrilled to welcome Frank Cottrell-Boyce back to our school today! He shared a story with our children and spoke with families, all in partnership with the @Booktrust to promote a love of reading. We can’t wait to have him back again soon! @frankcottrell_b StJosephCMAT

Schools! Don't forget that we have a super, free, virtual event coming up with Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b! It's happening on 21 November and we know it's going to be brilliant, so book your spot here 👇 booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/chi…

📢 NEW: Today we're publishing our research exploring how children's enjoyment of reading declines during primary school. And Waterstones @UKLaureate @frankcottrell_b says the findings concern him "greatly". Find out more 👇 booktrust.org.uk/news-and-featu…

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