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Myth and Magic Myth and Magic Featured

In April we are reading books on the theme Myth and Magic.

Luke Slater's reading guide encompases ranges from classic fantasy through to conemporary fiction. There are short stories by Neil Gaiman and epic trilogies. So, pick up one of our recommendations this month and join in the discussion.

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WORLD BOOK DAY WORLD BOOK DAY

On 6th March World Book Day celebrates its 10th anniversary. We asked Write Away readers how they would mark the occasion and  they came up with some super innovative suggestions. We've put them together in this downloadable document. Whether you are a parent, librarian or teacher, there's an idea here that you can use.

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Visions of Africa Visions of Africa

In March we are reading book on the theme 'Visions of Africa'. Our downloadable reading guide outlines some of the issues to consider when selecting books on this theme. It includes a recommended reading list and discussion prompts for teachers.

 Visions of Africa reading guide

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First World War in Children's Literature First World War in Children's Literature

To coincide with the National Theatre's Christmas  production of War Horse we are reading books on the theme First World War in children's literature, throughout November and December. This reading guide for education professionals has been put together by Jane Rosen, Write Away reviewer and librarian at The Imperial War Museum.

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Terrorism and Teen Fiction Terrorism and Teen Fiction

In October we are discussing books that deal witht he controversial subject of terrorism. Is this a suitable subject for teen fiction? How should it be addressed? In the face of parental opposition, how do you justify the inclusion of books dealing with the subject? Focussing on a few recommended titles, we aim to address some of these issues in this month's forum.

Simon Barrett has ...

Environment Reading Guide Environment Reading Guide

In September, we are reading books on the theme 'The Environment in Children's Books'. Darren Coult has produced this reading guide to accompany our recommended titles.

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RULE OF CLAW A move away from the effervescent over-the ...

Disordered Eating Disordered Eating

Rowena Seabrook looks at some recent  fiction  about disordered eating.

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Islam in Children's Books Islam in Children's Books

Annalie Grainger looks at some recent children's books which feature Islam.

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Dragons Dragons

Annalie Grainger selects the best dragon books picturebooks for young children to complex mythologies, there is something here for everyone.

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Alternative Histories Alternative Histories

Luke Slater provides some starting points for thinking about Alternative Histories in children's books.

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