Parents and carers

Reading and sharing books at home is one of the most effective ways of fostering a lifelong love of reading and writing. Find advice, resources and programmes you can get involved in as a family here.

Early years

Find your local Bookbug Session
Free song and rhyme sessions for little ones, parents and carers
Book lists for 0-2 year olds
Reading recommendations from our expert teams
Book lists for 3-5 year olds
Reading recommendations from our expert teams
Explore the bookbug song and rhyme library
Songs and rhymes are a great way to have fun and support development
Sharing songs and rhymes
Sharing songs and rhymes can have big benefits for wee ones
Why read to babies and young children?
It's never too early to start sharing stories
Reading to your baby in the neonatal unit
Talking, reading and singing to your baby can help comfort and soothe them.
Sharing books with children with additional support needs
Ideas for reading with children with specific support needs

Children

50 Word Fiction
Can you write a story in just 50 words?
Authors Live on demand
Watch events from over 80 world-class authors and illustrators in your living room
Read, Write, Count
Free resources and activity ideas to support your child's learning
Book lists for 6-8 year olds
Reading recommendations from our expert teams
The Bookbug Picture Book Prize
Discover the Bookbug Picture Book Prize shortlist and find out how to vote
Sharing books with 8-11 year olds
Help your child develop a lifelong love of reading

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