Learning and resources
Our programmes support teachers and other education professionals to put creativity, reading and books at the heart of their learning environment.
Sign up to our newsletterThis link will open in a new tab- Apply now: Arts Alive in schoolsPart-funded school visits from musicians, singers, dancers, composers, actors and more
- Apply now: Fully-Funded Schools ResidenciesApply before Friday 2 October
- Apply now: Fully-Funded ASN Schools ResidenciesApply before Friday 2 October
- Authors Live: Room on the Broom in Scots and Scottish folkloreRegister now to watch live on Thursday 29 October
- Authors Live: Nathan Bryon and Dapo AdeolaRegister now to watch live Thursday 19 November
- Authors Live: Holly BourneRegister now to watch live Tuesday 17 November
- Key dates for schools: Autumn 2020Upcoming programme deadlines and events for schools
- Book of the monthWin a copy of An Amazing Animal Atlas of Scotland by Anders Frang
Our learning programmes
Our programmes run year-round and reach pupils of all ages in schools across Scotland.
- Arts AlivePart-funded workshops, visits and talks from musicians, singers, dancers, composers, actors and more
- Live Literature school residenciesGive education settings the chance to work with an author on a long-term project
- Authors LiveWorld-class events with children’s authors and illustrators brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free
- Scottish Teenage Book PrizeCelebrates the very best in Scottish teen fiction.
- The Bookbug Picture Book PrizeCelebrates Scottish picture books and encourages reading for pleasure.
- First Minister's Reading ChallengeHelps children and young people between the ages of 5 and 18 to develop a lasting love of reading
- Read, Write, CountA national campaign to improve the literacy and numeracy skills of Scotland’s children
- Live LiteratureFunds and supports author events in communities all over the country.
- Scottish Friendly Children's Book TourBrings authors and illustrators to libraries, town halls and schools
- Scottish Book Trust AwardsCelebrates the people who inspire young readers in Scotland
- CLPL for learning professionalsFully-funded online and in-person training for teachers and learning professionals
- Reading SchoolsA new accreditation programme for schools that are committed to building a culture of reading
Authors Live on demand
Catch up with live events from your favourite authors
View all Authors Live videos- Ross MacKenzieRoss MacKenzie introduces The Otherwhere Emporium, the final instalment in his Nowhere Emporium trilogy
- The Gruffalo in Scots and GaelicReadings in Scots and Gaelic with James Robertson and Catriona Lexy Campbell
- Nikesh ShuklaNikesh Shukla talks about his latest novel The Boxer and the importance of talking about mental health
- National Poetry DayDean Atta, Rachel Plummer and Gray Crosbie discuss LGBTQ+ identities in poetry
Learning resources
Resources for learning professionals, including toolkits, lesson plans and shared practice.
View all resources- 10 great activities to do with any bookEasy classroom activities for you to try
- Supporting nursery to primary transitionIdeas to help younger children starting primary school during lockdown
- Supporting primary to secondary school transitionIdeas to help pupils who are moving on to secondary school during lockdown
- How to make a mini bookCreate a mini book from one sheet of A4 paper for all your stories and illustrations
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