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- Key dates for schools: Autumn 2020Upcoming programme deadlines and events for schools
- Home activities hubFind free activities and ideas to keep kids busy
- See You in 10 YearsGet involved in our time capsule writing competition
- Authors Live On DemandOver 70 author events from the last 10 years available to watch for free on demand
- Book of the monthWin a copy of Anna by Laura Guthrie
- Scottish Friendly Children's Book Tour Summer CompetitionWin a graphics tablet, e-reader or reading lamp
Our learning programmes
Our programmes run year-round and reach pupils of all ages in schools across Scotland.
- 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 Literature school residenciesGive education settings the chance to work with an author on a long-term project
- 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
- Authors LiveWorld-class events with children’s authors and illustrators brought directly to your classroom, library or home for free
- CLPL for learning professionalsFully-funded online and in-person training for teachers and learning professionals
Authors Live on demand
Catch up with live events from your favourite authors
View all Authors Live videos- Kwame AlexanderKwame Alexander joins us to read and discuss his middle grade novel, The Crossover
- 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