Learning and resources

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

New author videos!
Watch brand new events with Ranger Hamza, Ross MacKenzie and more...
Arts Alive launches first school residencies
Read about the schools and artists taking part in our pilot programme
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour: On Demand
Catch up on events with Phil Earle and Benjamin Dean
Scots leid competition
Enter our Scots writing competition for 11–18 year olds!
Book of the month
Win a copy of The Library of the Dead by T.L. Huchu
Scottish Teenage Book Prize winner
Find out who has won this year's prize
Bookzilla app
Download our free reading app for young people
Book Discovery Guide
Reading recommendations for primary and secondary school pupils

Our learning programmes

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

Sensory Storytelling
Brings the magic of books and sensory storytelling to children and families in Scotland
Live Literature school residencies
Give education settings the chance to work with an author on a long-term project
Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour
Brings authors and illustrators to libraries, town halls and schools
The Bookbug Picture Book Prize
Celebrates Scottish picture books and encourages reading for pleasure.
Arts Alive
Part-funded workshops, visits and talks from musicians, singers, dancers, composers, actors and more
Scottish Teenage Book Prize
Celebrates the very best in Scottish teen fiction.
Authors Live
World-class events with children’s authors and illustrators brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free
First Minister's Reading Challenge
Helps children and young people between the ages of 5 and 18 to develop a lasting love of reading
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.
Scottish Book Trust Awards
Celebrates the people who inspire young readers in Scotland
CLPL for learning professionals
Fully-funded online and in-person training for teachers and learning professionals
Reading Schools
An accreditation programme for schools that are committed to building a culture of reading

Catch up with live events from your favourite authors

Authors Live: Alastair Chisholm
Join master storyteller Alastair Chisholm for tips and advice on creating your own fantastic stories
Authors Live: Catherine Rayner
Catch up on this fantastic digital event with the author and illustrator of Arlo: The Lion Who Couldn't Sleep
Holly Bourne
Holly Bourne talks to us about toxic relationships, mental health, feminism and what drives her narratives.
Ross Sayers
Watch Ross Sayers read an extract from his latest Glasgow-based YA novel, Daisy on the Outer Line

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

Exploring translation
A resource to encourage introducing translation in the Modern Languages classroom
10 great activities to do with any book
Easy classroom activities for you to try
How to make a mini book
Create a mini book from one sheet of A4 paper for all your stories and illustrations
Encouraging reading during lockdown
Resources to help you sustain enthusiasm for reading during school closures