Monthly Archives: February 2012

Read This

Posted on February 12, 2012 by janetstrong6675

Revolutionising the book review New year – new challenge The National Literacy Trust and Oxford University Pressare kicking off 2012 by launching ReadThis, a new competition for all UK secondary schools that will run from Monday 9 January to Friday 16 March … Continue reading →

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New national reading competition to create a generation of book lovers

Posted on February 12, 2012 by janetstrong6675

Schools Minister Nick Gibb today announced a new reading competition designed to inspire children to become voracious readers and boost literacy standards. The competition is open to all seven- to 12-year-olds at schools in England. It will launch in the … Continue reading →

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Dear Mr Gove: Michael Rosen’s letter from a curious parent

Posted on February 7, 2012 by janetstrong6675

For a lesson in sardonic humour please follow the link and read Michael Rosen’s very amusing letter of enquiry to the Secretary of State. Letter

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Reading: Competition to encourage love of books

Posted on February 7, 2012 by janetstrong6675

The government wants to launch a national reading competition in England to encourage a love of books and boost children’s literacy. Read the full story here

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