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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · 9d

Do you believe all schools should have a library? 📚

It might surprise you, therefore, that there is no legal requirement for Scotland’s schools to have a school library or librarian.

We are calling on Scottish Government to change this story.

www.scottishbooktrust.com/our-research...

Poster with the map of Scotland. Title says 'The value and impact of Scotland's school libraries: final report'

Infographic quote that reads: 'School libraries are not optional extras; they are essential for equitable education. As librarians, educators, parents and policymakers read these pages, I hope they hear the plea: invest in people, space and resources, and the benefits – raised attainment, better mental health and more informed pupils – will be unmistakable.'

Quote is from Derek France,
Preston Lodge High School, East Lothian
Secondary School Librarian of the Year (2022)
Scottish Book Trust Reading
Champion (2025)

Infographic containing two facts. They are:
Fact:
Research proves having a school library and librarian delivers higher test scores equating to academic attainment, successful curriculum or learning outcomes, and positive attitudes towards learning.
Fact:
There is no legal requirement for schools in Scotland to have a school library and librarian.

Infographic card that reads: 'What can be done?

Scottish Book Trust recommends:

1. Scottish Government introduces a statutory requirement for secondary schools to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian.

2. Scottish Government and local authorities work with stakeholders to ensure there’s a set standard of provision across the country.

3. Scottish Government and local authorities work together to empower secondary schools across Scotland with funding and resources to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian.

4. Secondary school management teams appropriately train and support their librarians to deliver a high-quality library service. '

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · 17d

Proud to have made a small contribution to this paper: www.linkedin.com/pulse/future...

The Future of Books and Reading

In the UK, there are continued concerns about declines in reading (books) for pleasure. We’re delighted to share the Future of Books and Reading paper, which we hope provides a positive and hopeful na...

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · 23d

Teachers of Scotland! Join us online on 30 September as we share how the new 2025 Read Write Count book bags could be used for a mixed-level paired reading project in your school. 📚

Running a Paired Reading Project: Read Write Count with the First Minister

Join us as we share how the new 2025 Read Write Count book bags could be used for a mixed-level paired reading project in your school.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · 22d

Be a part of the first-ever Reading Schools Week from 2–6 February 2026! Sign up now. 📚🎉

Reading Schools Week 2026

An accreditation programme for schools that are committed to building a culture of reading for their learners and communities.

www.readingschools.scot

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · 22d

Great lists! Excited to be involved in supporting the teacher judges in the 3-6+ category!

UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 23d

Your 2026 UKLA Book Awards Longlists are here - the only national children’s book awards judged by teachers!

This year they feature books in translation, past winners, exciting debuts and a huge range of genres and themes.

Click here to see the full Longlists: ukla.org/ukla-book-aw...

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · Aug 12

Come along to our webinar for library staff and not only can you find out how to get you free RWC 10-year anniversary celebration pack (which includes a set of bags), you can also enter our prize draw to win a bundle of books for your setting. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1408663653...

Read Write Count with the First Minister for Public Libraries

Get inspiration on how to make the most of participation in the Read Write Count programme this year!

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · Jul 18

@scottishbooktrust.bsky.social are recruiting for a regional outreach coordinator to cover Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire: www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc... please do share if you know someone who may be interested!

Vacancy: School Communities Regional Outreach Co-ordinator (Aberdeen)

We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.

www.scottishbooktrust.com

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · Jul 17

New vacancy! 💼

Could you be our new Reading Schools Early Years Project Manager?

Vacancy: Reading Schools Early Years Project Manager

We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.

www.scottishbooktrust.com

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · Jul 17

Library staff! 📣

Join our free Read Write Count training webinar to get inspiration on how to make the most of RWC and learn how other public libraries have embedded the programme into their work with children, schools and families.

📅 28 August, 4.30–5.30pm

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/read-write...

Read Write Count with the First Minister for Public Libraries

Get inspiration on how to make the most of participation in the Read Write Count programme this year!

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · Jul 7

Teachers in Scotland, UKLA are looking for Teacher Judges for the 2026 Book Awards in Glasgow 👀
ukla.org/ukla-book-aw...

Becoming a Teacher Judge - UK Literacy Association

UKLA are now looking for Teacher Judges for the 2026 Book Awards in Glasgow!

ukla.org

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · May 28

In November, the SQA announced new set texts for Nat 5 and Higher. We’ve created a suite of discussion guides to support teachers with the new set texts: www.scottishbooktrust.com/learning-res... Please share widely @englishscotland.bsky.social

SQA set texts discussion guide resource for English teachers

Download our free, printable discussion guides to support English teachers with lesson plans around the SQA set texts for National 5 and Higher English.

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · May 26

Great to be at the University of Aberdeen talking about @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social’s Read Write Count with the First Minister’s programme with the MA4 primary education students.

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · May 19

This week is Dementia Action Week.

Explore this list of some of our favourite books about the dementia experience, curated by our Reading is Caring team.

www.scottishbooktrust.com/book-lists/b...

Book List: Books about the dementia experience

At Scottish Book Trust, we know that everyone’s experience of dementia is different, which is why our carer support programme Reading is Caring is highly personalised. While our recommendations for t

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · May 14

Interesting afternoon at The Little Library @unistrathclyde.bsky.social . Wonderful to see children’s picturebooks with a focus on the Global Goals, created by the BA2 students.

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · May 7

📢Teachers and librarians! Join our private network for learning professionals. It’s a great place to connect, share best practice and develop new resources to support your work.

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Two adults sit reading and sharing a laugh in a school library setting

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · May 5

For staff in secondary schools: www.eventbrite.com/e/1217775943... Please share with your networks. I’m still finding out who to follow on here.

Book Discovery: Climate Action (Secondary)

Join Scottish Book Trust for a session sharing books for secondary pupils that will encourage and empower young climate activists.

www.eventbrite.com

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · May 1

We're hiring! 💼 Come and work in our Bookbug team!

goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · May 1

Experienced manager with proven track record leading community-based stakeholder networks wanted to join @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social as Early Years Community Engagement Manager tinyurl.com/mwr4hcke £33,700 – £40,399 Edinburgh/hybrid

Early Years Community Engagement Manager with Scottish Book Trust – Goodmoves

The Bookbug Programme seeks an experienced manager with proven track record leading community-based stakeholder networks.Scottish Book Trust is a national charity that believes books, reading a...

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · Apr 3

Choose your book! 📚

Get inspired with our cross-curricular resources. Explore our webpage, organised by book and Curriculum for Excellence level. 🌟

Choose a book with our cross-curricular learning resources

We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.

www.scottishbooktrust.com

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Jen Grainge @sbtjen.bsky.social · Mar 17

Exciting upcoming Book Discovery webinar where we will be sharing our top contemporary Graphic Novel picks for Primary Schools. Book your spot below ⬇️ @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social #edusky #booksky

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Book Discovery: Graphic Novels (Primary)

Join Scottish Book Trust for this Book Discovery session to explore a range of contemporary graphic novels.

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · Mar 5

Are you a teacher keen to create a reading for pleasure culture in the primary setting? 📚

There are just two weeks left to apply to join our Develping and Sustaining Reading for Pleasure (Primary) course.

Find out more and apply now! 👇

www.scottishbooktrust.com/learning-and...

Application form: Developing and Sustaining Reading for Pleasure (Primary)

We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.

www.scottishbooktrust.com

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Jen Grainge @sbtjen.bsky.social · Feb 18

Read our new article on how Reading Schools can work in rural settings ⬇️ @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social
#readingschools #edusky #booksky

www.readingschools.scot/articles/rea...

Reading Schools in rural areas

Discover more about the Reading Schools experience in rural areas and with smaller learner and staff rolls.

www.readingschools.scot

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Jen Grainge @sbtjen.bsky.social · Feb 17

📢 Is your setting looking to achieve Reading Schools accreditation? Join Scottish Book Trust to hear more about how Reading Schools can support your school improvement planning.
scottishbooktrust.bsky.social
#ReadingSchools #booksky #edusky #readingforpleasure

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-imp...

School Improvement Planning with Reading Schools

Eventbrite - Scottish Book Trust presents School Improvement Planning with Reading Schools - Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - Find event and ticket information.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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The Carnegies @carnegiemedals.bsky.social · Feb 12

It is finally time! We are excited to reveal the longlists for the 2025 Carnegie Medals for Writing and Illustration. 🎉 Congratulations to the wonderful authors and illustrators longlisted for the #Carnegies2025! 🖌️📖✨
View the full list here: carnegies.co.uk/2025-longlis...

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Pauline Bird @paulinebird.bsky.social · Feb 10

Excited for this upcoming @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social Shared Practice session with Dr Charlotte Webber on how we inspire and sustain reading motivation in adolescence: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shared-pra...

Shared Practice– Inspiring and Sustaining Reading for Pleasure, Secondaries

Join us for our online Reading Schools shared practice for insights into research and how to inspire reading motivation in adolescence.

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · Feb 3

We are excited to be a part of Read It Forward! Buy any children's or YA book on @bookshop-org.bsky.social this February and 10% of the sale will be donated to Scottish Book Trust or our best friends at @booktrust.org.uk. 📚

Explore all the books on Bookshop.org: uk.bookshop.org/lists/about-...

Social card in purple celebrating the Read It Forward campaign from Bookshop.org. The poster contains logos for Scottish Book Trust, BookTrust and Bookshop.org. In the centre is a quote from Nadine Aisha Jassat, who is also pictured. It reads: 'Let's spread the joy of children's reading together'.

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