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Why interactive books are so good for babies… and adults! 25/03/2025
Our Writer in Residence, Camilla Reid, shares the many benefits of books for babies.
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Using fiction to smash stereotypes 21/03/2025
Author Claire Hatcher-Smith discusses how stories can help children develop awareness o...
BookTrust gets children reading from their earliest days
We focus on children from low-income and vulnerable family backgrounds to make sure everyone can experience the lifelong benefits of reading.
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What we do
Bookstart
Bookstart gifts free books to children at key ages before school to help families read together every day and inspire children to develop a love of books and reading.
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Letterbox Club
Helping vulnerable children discover a love of reading
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BookTrust Represents
Promoting authors and illustrators of colour
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BookTrust Storytime
BookTrust Storytime is an exciting new library experience for families
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Reading with your child
Get top tips for sharing stories with your child to help them become lifelong readers.
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BookTrust Cymru
Our work supports every family in Wales from their child’s first year of life.
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The wellbeing benefits of reading
Download our new guide for primary schools exploring the link between reading and wellbeing, plus find additional resources too.
Our Writer in Residence
Keep up with Camilla
Every six months, BookTrust appoints a new Writer or Illustrator in Residence to give us their own unique perspective on the world of children's books. Camilla Reid is our current Writer in Residence.
