We are a grassroots, volunteer-powered charity that understands the enormous power that reading and books hold in shaping children’s lives. We are passionate about enabling all young people, regardless of circumstance, to experience book ownership and access the benefits of reading for pleasure.
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Situation
Research has shown that reading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s life outcomes. However, 1-in-8 disadvantaged children in the UK have no books of their own at home and by age 11, those from book-poor homes lag 12 months behind their peers in language/literacy development. We believe that, regardless of their circumstances, every child deserves access to inspiring reading material, expanding their perspective on the world and helping them to fulfil their potential.
Solution
Book ownership has been directly linked with improved mental health amongst children and a greater propensity to read for pleasure, whilst reading fluency itself has a significant impact on children’s successful progression through education. We run book gifting events that are inclusive, joyful and have a tangible impact on every family that participates. We ensure that all the new and pre-loved books donated to us are put straight into the hands of the children that need them most.
