eResources
eResources, offered by Cheshire libraries, contains links to many useful online resources all containing a wealth of information, including Britannica Online, Credo Reference and Newsbank. It can be accessed via Cheshire East and Chester West and Chester libraries website. You will need to be a member of Cheshire Libraries to access the resources.
General literacy websites
Books for Keeps - online magazine featuring book reviews and articles.
Books for Topics - book recommendations by topic and key stage.
Book Trust - reviews, book lists, reading tips and the rather brilliant Book Finder tool (great for finding read-a-likes and books to engage reluctant readers.
The Children’s Book Review - American site dedicated to reviewing and showcasing children’s books and authors.
Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) - hundreds of quality book recommendations and free resources.
Love Reading 4 Kids - book recommendations by topic/key stage/year group. Reviews from children, teachers and librarians
Pen and Inc - a new magazine and listings guide celebrating diversity and inclusion in children's publishing.
The Reading Agency - free resources, including discussion guides and activity packs. They also run giveaways and competitions for schools and libraries.
Reading Hack - aimed at teenagers but activities can be adapted for younger children.
The School Reading List - book recommendations for primary and secondary children.
Toppsta - children's book reviews and giveaways.
World Book Day - great range of free resources and activities.
Online learning websites
Authorfy - free resources based on the novels of some of the UK’s most popular children’s authors. Includes hundreds of videos, reading guides and activities.
BBC Teach - thousands of free educational videos, guides and audio clips.
British Library - includes the Exploring Children’s Books online exhibition and activities.
ChatterPack - a voluntary run, special educational needs and disabilities hub.
The Literacy Company - access a range of free resources to engage pupils in practising key literacy skills if they need to work from home.
Literacy Shed - links to a wide range of learning resources including SEND provision.
Reading Realm - free creative writing and reading resources.
Scholastic Blog - links to high quality teaching resources.