Volunteer Spotlight: the joy of reading online with Jan
Flexible online volunteering from home: discover how Jan supports children through our reading programme and makes a difference on her own schedule.
News
Stay informed with the latest updates from Bookmark Reading Charity. Explore our news, activities and insights on programmes, schools and partners.
-
-
Best Bears Ever: why a rich range of stories matters in school libraries
Celebrate our 11th Rocket Pack, Best Bears Ever, by exploring the benefits of having rich and varied school libraries.
-
Breaking the cycle: how volunteers with EAL experience are helping children build confidence
Discover how Bookmark volunteers Shaksita and Gemma draw on their experiences as EAL learners to help children build confidence through one-to-one support.
-
The impact of reading volunteers: What our research revealed about children’s literacy
Discover our latest impact research on how reading volunteers improve children’s literacy, confidence and motivation through one-to-one reading support.
-
£58,000 invested in Stoke primary schools in major literacy drive
We’re proud to launch our Roots to Reading programme in Stoke-on-Trent, donating £58,000 worth of books and resources to schools in need.
-
Honouring Volunteers Week and the power of stories with Her Majesty the Queen
We were invited to celebrate Volunteers Week and the power of stories at the Big Lunch – with Her Majesty The Queen!
-
Celebrating reading volunteers this Volunteers Week
Celebrate the impact of reading volunteers this Volunteers” Week and discover how they’re helping children build confidence and a love of reading.
-
Why volunteering matters for children’s literacy
Find out why the UK’s leading literacy charities are urgently calling for more volunteers to support children’s literacy.
-
How to build a child’s reading confidence
Discover some simple, practical ways to help a child feel more confident in reading.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Sign up to our newsletter to find out the latest about volunteering at Bookmark and the work we’re doing to change children’s stories.