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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 2d

Submissions for the UKLA Literacy School of the Year Award are now OPEN!

To find out more about how to apply and the submissions criteria, follow the link below:

ukla.org/awards/liter...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 8d

The opening of submissions for the UKLA Literacy School of the Year has been postponed until Monday, October 6th.

In the meantime, we encourage you to visit our website and read more about the Award: ukla.org/awards/liter...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 12d

The Call for Papers for the 2026 UKLA International Conference!
Are you an academic working in researching literacy? Or a teacher with a passion for encouraging reading for pleasure in the classroom? Submit a paper and share your expertise with us!
We hope you'll join us!

ukla.org/internationa...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 19d

We are so excited to announce the first Keynote Speaker of the UKLA International Conference 2026...

Maren Aukerman.

We can't wait for Aukerman to join us in Glasgow, and we hope you will too! Keep an eye out for the Call for Papers coming next week...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 19d

Members, this is your final reminder to complete the our membership survey and have your say on the future of UKLA! The link to the survey can be found in your inbox. We thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback in advance.

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Mrs Khan @mrskhantindal.bsky.social · 23d

We have been awarded a Reading for Pleasure Silver Quality Mark, and as you can see, we are very excited! 📚❤️ @arktindal.bsky.social @uklitassociation.bsky.social @teresacremin.bsky.social @openuni-rfp.bsky.social

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Rebecca Simpson-Hargreaves @rshargreaves.bsky.social · 23d

Such an amazing set of longlists for the book awards this year. I don't know how the teachers will shortlist, it was tough enough choosing the longlist!

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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Books for Keeps, the online children's books review journal @booksforkeeps.bsky.social · 23d

Out today! The longlists for the @uklitassociation.bsky.social UKLA Book Awards. Chosen by teachers and covering a range of genres, topics and themes, fiction and non-fiction. Check them out! #KidLitUK #UKLA26 #teachersbookawards

booksforkeeps.co.uk/longlists-fo...

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coralrumble.bsky.social @coralrumble.bsky.social · 23d

Oh my, thank you @uklitassociation.bsky.social ! So many of my favourite authors are here - what an honour to be longlisted alongside them. AND what joy to see Troika buddy, Sarah Zimman in the mix!

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Alastair Chisholm @alastairc.com · 23d

My book REEK, illustrated by the awesome @caltsoudas.bsky.social, is a #UKLA 2026 Longlistee, woohoo!🎉🎉🎉

Congratulations to everyone on the list – it's an awesome collection 👉 ukla.org/ukla-book-aw...

alastairc.com/books/reek/
@barringtonstoke.bsky.social #KidLitUk @uklitassociation.bsky.social

Reek

Reek, science fiction adventure by Alastair Chisholm, published by Barrington Stoke in July 2024

alastairc.com

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Troika Books @troikabooks.bsky.social · 23d

We are delighted that two Troika books have made it to the
@uklitassociation.bsky.social awards longlist. Congratulations to @coralrumble.bsky.social and @bardymum.bsky.social
for #JakubsOtter and #WhyDidMyBrainMakeMeSayIt - brilliant publications, and well deserved. 🥂

Lots of book covers, representing the longlist for the UKLA book awards.

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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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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 26d

#UKLALucky13th Discover the must-read narrative verse YA novel, Not Going to Plan by previous UKLA winner, Tia Fisher. An often hilarious, yet profoundly moving and beautiful novel that captures teenagehood, its pressures and its complexities. Members, RP for a chance to win 1/3 copies

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · 29d

UKLA Author Sessions presents...

Previous UKLA Book Award winner, TIA FISHER in conversation about her new book, Not Going to Plan.

Join us, on September 22nd, to hear all about the novel and why she feels it is important to give space in children's literature to deal with such difficult issues.

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Sep 9

We can't wait for the UKLA/NEU Conference this weekend, and you still have time to get a ticket! With fantastic keynotes and a series of enlightening workshops, the event will no doubt be the best thing you can do for £10 this weekend. Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/literacy-i...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Sep 8

Applications will open September 30th, which is also when our newly reviewed guidelines and criteria will become available. Click the following link and fill out the Expression of Interest form to be the first to hear more: ukla.org/awards/liter...

Literacy School of the Year - UK Literacy Association

Sponsored by Hays Education, this Award celebrates the practices and ethos of schools in which literacy thrives.

ukla.org

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Sep 8

Happy International Literacy Day! To mark the occasion, we are pre-launching our flagship award, the UKLA Literacy School of the Year Award 2026. Sponsored by Hays Education, this Award seeks to reward the very best of literacy teaching and learning (primary and secondary) in the UK.

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Aug 29

UKLA are thrilled to announce that our 2026 International Conference will be taking place at the University of Strathclyde, GLASGOW, with the theme 'Nurturing critical imagination through language and literacy education'. Find out more: buff.ly/f97GIBI

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Aug 25

Calling all English teachers (and Literacy + Art too!) Be part of the launch of Remediating Stevenson at Edinburgh University.
Get fresh ideas for teaching Stevenson through a creative lens and receive classroom-ready resources to take away: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1575626052...

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Aug 13

Written by UKLA Award winner, Nicola Garrard, On the Edge follows Rhys and his brothers, struggling to get by in an off-season tourist resort. When their home is threatened, Rhys resorts to drastic measures to protect his family. Members, repost to be in with a chance to win #lucky13th

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Jul 13

From Kenneth Oppel, Best of All Worlds is a story of survival, teenage passions and an invisible enemy. What should be a relaxing weekend away from the city turns nightmarish when Xavier and his family wake up to find themselves trapped inside a dome. UKLA members RP for a chance to win #lucky13th

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Jul 4

The final UKLA Book Blether of the year is next week! This time we'll be sharing thoughts and recommendations of texts from the UKLA Book Awards. Joining us will be special guest, and WINNER of this year's 3-6+ Award...

Craig Barr-Green!

This is not one to miss! Sign up here:
buff.ly/xqKONwk

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Jun 29

They conclude their talk by discussing their event 'From Spellow to Southport with.. Love'. It really encapsulates the power of the project - to connect, to empower, to enable and to inspire.

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Jun 29

They note that, though uniting communities has always been at the centre of their work, in light of last summer's riots, this work has become more important than ever. They talk us through their efforts to rebuild local communities in the aftermath.

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UKLA @uklitassociation.bsky.social · Jun 29

It's clear that their project of creative heritage is hugely effective. Mike and Michelle show us example after example of the beautiful art that they have worked with children on. The art is always routed in politics and the project demonstrates to children the political power of an expressed voice

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