So what's on the site?

We have a section called Explore Reading that shows that words aren't just about books, you can find them in:

Film and animation – From scripts to books that became films, words are everywhere in the movie business. Also check out our webcomics, or even write your own!

Fact – is the truth stranger than fiction? From sharks in houses to extreme engineering, leave the fairy stories behind.

Music and lyrics – Words and music are a powerful combination - unless you get them wrong! Debate the best and worst lyrics ever, discover secret messages or sing along with Songsmith.

Sports centre – Read about your favorite sports, or see what your favorite sports stars like to read.

Comedy – different ways to get a comedy fix, from blogs to twitter

Games – interactive fun from arcade classics to survival games

This is reading – an interactive story to show what we think reading is  

 

 

We also have:

Reading ideas – ideas and resources to inspire you

Reading places – an events map that shows what’s on near you


A professionals section, If you’re a reading practitioner or someone who wants to encourage readers.

A Family and Adults section, for parents, children and adults with lots of reading ideas and resources.

A section of Resources, including our guidance materials for professionals, and another for downloading our Logos and Brand  Guidelines. 

Where's Wally

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