A range of new resources, covering all levels and a range of topics for Equality and Diversity are currently being shared via the Highland Literacy webiste. Click on the links below to explore these; more will be added over the n...
As we all know, Monday 27th November – Sunday 3rd December is Book Week Scotland. I’m sure you have lots of exciting things planned for the gifting of your P2 and P3 Bookbags so please share your events with us. Don&#...
The First Minister’s Reading Challenge is back for 2017/2018 and now includes children from P1 – P7. Is your school registered to take part in this year’s challenge? Whether your P4-P7s took part last year, or yo...
This month saw the publication of the final report from the Northern Alliance Raising Attainment in Literacy, Language and Communication project. The report highlights the huge success of the approach across all 7 authorities with...
Congratulations to Alice Atkinson (Westpark), Leanne Duncan (Manor Park) and Elle Haden (Quarryhill) who this session, along with other teachers in the city, took part in short-listing the 3-6 year old category for the UKLA Book...
Scotland’s Chief Statistician today published numeracy results from the 2016 Scottish Survey of Literacy and Numeracy (SSLN). The SSLN was an annual survey which monitored national performance in literacy and numeracy in alternat...
There are many opportunities ahead with our local libraries as part of the Bookbug’s Big Giggle events. All sessions are free of charge, however some require booking to guarantee places. Further information is available on...
Just a quick reminder that the closing date for entries is fast approaching – Wednesday 3rd May. Scottish Book Trust have a new blog which showcases some examples from schools and also has advice for those wanting to enter &...
If you haven’t already ordered your supply of Explorer Bags (for children from 3 years – 3 years 11 months) it is still possible to do so, even at this late stage. The bags can be ordered urgently using the link belo...
Our Library colleagues are offering one final event to support the gifting of Bookbug packs to our three-year old ante preschoolers in May. The packs provide an excellent opportunity to build enthusiasm and excitement around the ...
