Marta Altés discusses how illustration tells the story alongside the text. Join us in February for our twilight training, 'Developing Critical and Visual Literacy and Comprehension', where we'll focus on response to illustration as a teaching approach: clpe.org.uk/training/webinar…

Did you know we produced a range of resources for the 26 Carnegie illustration shortlist? The resource is for children aged 5+ and explores topics such as family, war, journeys, refugees, home and belonging. Explore more and download the resource: clpe.org.uk/books/book/endle…

Grace Nichols collection of poems Cosmic Disco was shortlisted for the CLiPPA 2014, and we absolutely adore this poem! Did you know you can find free resources for this, as well as all CLiPPA shortlisted collections on our website. Go to CLPE.ORG.UK/POETRY for more.

Our writing training explores practical teaching approaches, based around a range of high-quality texts and an authentic writing process, proven to support children’s attainment and engagement in all aspects of writing. Find out more: clpe.org.uk/training/courses

For more ways to choose and use high-quality children's texts they'll actually want to read, you can download our FREE What We Know Works booklet here: clpe.org.uk/research/choosin… #ReadingCommunity #HighQualityBooks #LiteracyForKids

Poetry is an essential part of every child's reading journey, helping to nurture a love of language, literature and learning. If you're looking to enrich your poetry provision, explore our free guidance on developing a rich reading culture here: clpe.org.uk/research/choosin…

"Well for me the training has been a fundamental part, or thing in my career as a teacher. I was ready to leave teaching but engaging in this course has reignited my desire to teach and in particular to pass on that love of reading." Find out more: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/1R…

In her latest blog, Claire Mabey reflects on the inspiration behind 'Cass and the Beast'. Claire shares how this story explores what it means to leave the safety of home and step into a wider world where nothing is predictable or safe. More: clpe.org.uk/node/204349

Our teaching plan for 'King of the Sky' by Nicola Davies is just one of the many KS2 resources included in our All-Access Membership. You can download it today for FREE to sample our methodology and teaching plans in your classroom! Info: clpe.org.uk/books/book/king-…

Find out more about how The Power of Reading Training could impact reading and writing in your classrooms: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/1R… #PowerOfReading #LiteracyDevelopment

CLPE supports teachers from Early Years to Y7! Sign up for an All-Access Membership to access this KS2 teaching plan based on 'Into the Forest' by Anthony Browne, which supports engagement with text, comprehension skills, storytelling and writing skills: clpe.org.uk/books/book/fores…

We asked our 2026 CLiPPA shortlisted poets why poetry was so important, and here is what they had to say! You can find the full videos, plus poems, resources and more on our website: clpe.org.uk/poetry

Are you passionate about promoting reading for pleasure and looking to expand your knowledge of children’s literature? Why not join our friendly and supportive teacher book group, now in its tenth year. Register: clpe.org.uk/training/events/… #RTRP #CLPE #ReadingForPleasure

Picturebooks are an important genre of literature for children of all ages and not just a step on the route to chapter books. We have lots of picturebook recommendations on our website. To explore how to choose and use different books in your classroom: clpe.org.uk/research/choosin…

CLPE in partnership with UCL Centre for Educational Leadership, are running the NPQLL (The National Professional Qualification for Leading Literacy) & NPQEYL (The National Professional Qualification for Early Years Leadership). Find out more: clpe.org.uk/news/dont-miss-o…

"What stands out about the Power of Reading is that it is very clearly designed and underpinned by real research and understanding of child development." - Vicky Galt, Harrow Gate Primary Find out how the Power of Reading training can support your school: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/1R…

Our teaching plan for 'Nikhil and Jay Save the Day' by Chitra Soundar is just one of the many KS1 resources included in our All-Access Membership. You can download it today for FREE to sample our methodology and teaching plans in your classroom! Info: clpe.org.uk/books/book/nikhi…

We are thrilled to announce that a brand-new set of illustrated library boards have been installed in the CLPE Literacy Library. We are so delighted that the library to continue to stand as a celebration of the power, importance, and joy of books for children. #LiteracyLibrary

Access to high-quality non-fiction texts is important as part of a broader curriculum, in feeding children’s fascinations, developing critical thinking, and in expanding their reading diet. Explore more: clpe.org.uk/research/choosin…

CLPE supports teachers from Early Years to Y7! This KS1 teaching plan based on 'Ossiri and the Bala Mengro' by Richard O'Neill, supports engagement with text, creativity, storytelling, empathy, vocabulary development, collaborative learning, and writing: clpe.org.uk/books/book/im-go…