Learning and resources

Our programmes support teachers and other education professionals to put creativity, reading and books at the heart of their learning environment.

Bookzilla Book of the Month
Win a copy of Nightjar by Katya Balen with illustrations by Richard Johnson
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Bring authors, illustrators and other creative practitioners to your school, libraries or public venue
Apply now: Fully-funded ASN Schools Residencies
For pupils with Additional Support Needs to work with an author-in-residence
Apply for Live Literature funding
Discover funding opportunities to run author events
School events and opportunities
We've pulled together all our key programme dates for schools in a handy listings page
Bookzilla app
Our free book finder reading app developed by young people, for young people
Authors Live
Register now for upcoming events

Our learning programmes

Our programmes run year-round and reach pupils of all ages in schools across Scotland.

Our schools guide
Find out how our programmes can support you and your learners
Creative writing for schools
Practical resources, fun activities and tips to help teachers embed creative writing in the classroom
Reading Schools
An accreditation programme for schools that are committed to building a culture of reading
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Brings authors and illustrators to libraries, town halls and schools
Authors Live
World-class events with children’s authors and illustrators brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free
CLPL for learning professionals
Fully-funded online and in-person training for teachers and learning professionals
Read, Write, Count
A national campaign to improve the literacy and numeracy skills of Scotland’s children
Live Literature
Funds and supports author events in communities all over the country.
Live Literature school residencies
Give education settings the chance to work with an author on a long-term project
The Bookbug Picture Book Prize
Celebrates Scottish picture books and encourages reading for pleasure.
First Minister's Reading Challenge
Helps children and young people between the ages of 5 and 18 to develop a lasting love of reading
Arts Alive
Fully funded residencies with artists in your school
Scottish Book Trust Awards
Celebrates the people who inspire young readers in Scotland
Sensory Storytelling
Brings the magic of books and sensory storytelling to children and families in Scotland

Catch up with live events from your favourite authors

Nadia Shireen
Journey into the weird and wonderful world of Grimwood with award-winning author and illustrator Nadia Shireen
Jenny Pearson
Jenny Pearson shares an exclusive extract from her upcoming novel The Boy Who Made Monsters
Chae Strathie
Chae Strathie takes a look at world history through the eyes of children
Manjeet Mann
Manjeet Mann shares how her acting background and love for her local library brought her to a writing career

Resources for learning professionals, including toolkits, lesson plans and shared practice.

Exploring climate change and colonialism with What Starts Here Stops Here
Taking a rights-based approach to fiction resource
Explore children's rights through fiction in the classroom
Getting started with sensory stories
How to plan, choose your props and track engagement while sensory storytelling
Scottish myths and legends
Explore An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures with cross-curricular learning activities