Pupils at Wallbrook Primary Academy received a brand-new book to take home after Bookmark Reading Charity and Scholastic Book Fair gifted a free title to every child at the school.
The donation comes as Wallbrook continues to place reading at the heart of school life, recognising its importance in supporting language development, broadening knowledge and helping pupils access the wider curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to read for pleasure and explore a wide range of literature throughout their time at the Academy. They also take books home each week and have access to online reading resources to use with their families.
The school’s commitment to fostering a love of reading was further strengthened in December last year with the opening of its refurbished library. The space provides pupils with an inviting environment to discover new authors, develop their interests and enjoy books independently.
School Principal, Lorna McGregor, said: “Reading for pleasure is one of the most powerful tools we can give children. It supports learning across every area of the curriculum, helps children make connections between ideas and encourages empathy, creativity and critical thinking.
“At Wallbrook, we want reading to be more than a skill. We want it to be a habit, a source of enjoyment and a gateway to lifelong learning. Opportunities like this help to nurture that love of reading and ensure that every child can experience the excitement of discovering a book that speaks to them.”
Bookmark Reading Charity is an entrepreneurial, technology-led charity that delivers reading support and resources to children through partnerships with primary schools and community groups. Since 2018, its volunteers have delivered more than 124,500 one-to-one reading sessions, alongside providing books and reading resources to schools and organisations across the country.
Scholastic Book Fair brings a wide range of children’s books directly into schools, helping young readers discover titles that inspire and engage them. Each fair offers more than 200 books to choose from, ranging from classics and exclusives to contemporary bestsellers. Scholastic has supported literacy and reading development for more than 90 years, working with schools around the world to help children develop a lifelong love of reading.
