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!
News
Stay informed with the latest updates from Bookmark Reading Charity. Explore our news, activities and insights on programmes, schools and partners.
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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.
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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.
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How to build a child’s reading confidence
Discover some simple, practical ways to help a child feel more confident in reading.
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5 ways to encourage empathy in young readers
Discover five practical ways to encourage empathy in young readers, using stories, shared reading and simple tools that help children understand feelings.
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Make your story count: four benefits of becoming a reading volunteer
Discover four benefits becoming a reading volunteer can bring to you – all while helping a child build their reading skills and confidence.
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A milestone moment – celebrating 2 million copies of The Story Corner!
We’re excited to be celebrating the distribution of our 2 millionth copy of The Story Corner magazine!
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London Landmarks 2026: turning miles into reading moments
We’re celebrating our amazing runners at the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026. Hear from them on their experience and their top fundraising tips.
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How to host a magical Night-time Story Walk at your school
Discover how to create your own Night-time Story Walk to share the love of reading with pupils and parents alike
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