Project Gutenberg
A library of 20,000 free online books. Choose among free epub and Kindle eBooks, download them or read them online.
The Norman Conquest
A clear account of the Norman Conquest from BBC Bitesize including the background of the rival claims to the British throne.
The Gingerbread Man
Read the sad story of the Gingerbread Man. It has colourful illustrations and works well on an interactive whiteboard. The story can be used in the literacy lessons to demonstrate repetitive style of text.
Into Film Festival
Have you booked your class for free film screenings in your area of the UK? The date of this unique festival for schools and youth groups is at the beginning of November each year.
Open Very Carefully
Be careful reading this book. It is a book with a bite!
Celebrations and Festivals Printable Resources from Early Learning HQ
Super, free printable resources on celebrations and festivals such as: Christmas, Chinese New Year, Easter, Eid, Diwali and more.
ChildTasticBooks
A superb blog with great reviews of children's books. Well worth delving into if you are looking for ideas for books for your child or class.
Litnotes UK
A collection of resources for A/S and A2 English Language and Literature and Media Studies. The site includes revision notes on popular texts, especially useful if you are studying AQA Spec. B.
10 Tips on Hearing your Child Read
Tips for parents on how best to help and encourage your child with reading by Topmarks.
Bookstart
Bookstart is a UK programme which encourages parents and carers to enjoy books with children. Find out about free packs of books and download colourful songsheets which have songs and rhymes to share with your child.
