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Reading for pleasure resources for schools

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Our latest Reading for pleasure research

Our latest research report, taken from our 2025 Annual Literacy Survey, supported by Twinkl, shows a continued decline in children and young people’s reading enjoyment and daily reading habits, albeit at a slower pace of decline than was recorded in the 2024 research.

The 2025 report reflects the insights of 114,970 children and young people in the UK aged 5 to 18, and shows that the picture remains just as concerning one year on. The results show the scale and severity of the reading for pleasure crisis our nation’s children are currently facing – and the potential consequences for their confidence, mental wellbeing, reading skills and success at school.

Together, we can turn the page on the reading for pleasure crisis

However, despite showing a decline, the insights also show us what motivates children and young people to read. These valuable key motivators offer a window into what might re-engage those with the lowest levels of reading enjoyment and suggests that re-engagement is possible.

READ OUR 2025 RESEARCH REPORT IN FULL

Create a culture of reading for pleasure in your school

We are committed to our continued support of teachers and practitioners in pursuit of our collective goal to empower all children with the literacy skills they need to thrive.

Discover high-quality reading for pleasure resources, expert-led CPD and training opportunities, and exciting ways primary schools can transform your libraries and reading spaces as we commit to cultivating children and young people's love of reading.

Transform your school’s reading spaces

Apply now for Libraries for Primaries – our fully funded programme which will bring 500 FREE books, library furniture, staff training and more to eligible primary schools.

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Grow a generation of readers

Spark intrigue and curiosity in your classroom or library space when you download our Warning! stickers and add them to your pupils' books. We'd love to see your photos on social media too.

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Reading for pleasure resources, programmes and training opportunities

Primary

  • The Power of Reading is a proven literacy programme from the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) that boosts reading and writing attainment.
    Learn more

Secondary

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