Sioned
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Sioned
@sionedbookworm.bsky.social
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Book, cat and rugby lover / darllenydd gyda cariad at rygbi a chathod
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#BBC research shows that the UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year. Our public libraries provide essential, statutory services that improve literacy skills and provide opportunities for all. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #LibrariesChangeLives #LibrariesAtRisk
Library closures: What impact do they have on communities who lose them?
Research by the BBC finds libraries are being lost at a rate of about 40 each year.
www.bbc.co.uk
March 18, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Thrilled to see #RedSkyatNightPoetsDelight by the sensational #AlexWharton on the #JhalakPrize25 C&YA longlist 🥳📕
March 18, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Such a treat to have the brilliant Children's Laureate Wales Alex Wharton at our Early Years Reading Conference today!

We caught up with him to find out what he'll be speaking about...
March 18, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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We had to catch up with our brand new #WriterInResidence @camillareidbooks.bsky.social at our Early Years Reading Conference!

Here's what she'll be getting up to over the next six months...
March 18, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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We have had such an inspiring day at our Early Years Reading Conference!

Here, Director of BookTrust Cymru Sioned Jones explains what it's all about 👇
March 18, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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If you work in the creative industries, please give feedback on this government public consultation on AI and our copyright.

ALCS provides help here with answering the questions, and you don’t have to answer every question to submit it.

The consultation ends SOON, Feb 25th:
alcs.co.uk ALCS @alcs.co.uk · Feb 4
The Government is considering allowing AI companies to freely use your works, unless you opt-out. This is unfair and unworkable.

Now is your chance to tell them what you think! Submit a response to their AI consultation using the guidance below.

www.alcs.co.uk/news/your-ri...
February 15, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Our research shows nearly a third of children do not have multiple reading influencers in their lives.

It's essential we support as many people as possible to share stories with young children - helping them to enjoy the lifelong benefits of reading:

www.booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/i...
February 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM
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43% of adults in England struggle with low #HealthLiteracy, that number jumps to 61% when the information includes numbers as well as words. This means many people find it hard to navigate the healthcare system, especially online
NHS England » Tackling digital exclusion and health literacy: How libraries can help bridge the gap
In today’s digital age, managing your health online should be easier than ever – yet for many, it’s still a challenge. Digital exclusion and low health literacy are significant barriers stopping…
www.england.nhs.uk
February 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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We reached over 1.4 million children through our programmes in 2023/24, helping families to discover the lifelong benefits of reading together.

Find out more about the difference our wonderful supporters have made here:

www.booktrust.org.uk/support-us/h...
February 11, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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A week on from the #ReadingRights summit, we're still feeling so inspired by the conversations on the day.

Recently, Waterstones #ChildrensLaureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social visited a nursery to find out why story-sharing is vital during the Early Years:

www.booktrust.org.uk/news-and-fea...
January 29, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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@louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social shares how school libraries can support escapism, mental health & wellbeing, in 'Why your PTA should raise funds for a school library.' - An in-depth piece on how to raise funds & advocate for your school library👇
www.pta.co.uk/running-a-pt...
January 8, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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🌟 Registration for the #Carnegies2025 Shadowing Scheme is now open! 🌍📚 Group leaders, bring the world’s best book club to your students—read, review, and cast votes on the shortlisted books together this spring!

Sign up your group today 👉 carnegies.co.uk/take-part/
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January 10, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Calling all teachers to enter their class in The Book That Represents Me competition @booktrust.bsky.social www.booktrust.org.uk/what-we-do/p.... Guest judges are @sharnajackson.com & @michaelmann.bsky.social with MOST AMAZING PRIZES inc £3000 of books (thank you @enterprisemobility.bsky.social)
Competition: The Book that Represents Me
www.booktrust.org.uk
January 6, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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My tiny little granddaughter has just received her first free pack from @booktrust.bsky.social - such a lovely resource to nurture an early love of books and stories. Babies need books! 📕 📖
January 6, 2025 at 6:26 PM