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The Summer Reading Challenge is set to become even more interactive, with a new digital platform for children and young people launching in 2027.
Designed to complement the library-based Challenge, the platform will help children stay excited abou… read more
18 August 2026
Bringing Even More Magic to the Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge has always been about inspiring children to discover the joy of reading through libraries and for 2026, we are excited to introduce a brand-new digital exp… read more
19 June 2026
The 2026 Summer Reading Challenge is Read to the Beat, delivered by The Reading Agency in partnership with public libraries and powered by Universal Music Group UK.
The theme inspires children to explore the connection between stories and songs, d… read more
8 April 2026
The Winter Mini Challenge begins Sunday 1st December!
The Marvellous Makers are back for another awesome reading challenge.
If you took part in Summer Reading Challenge, welcome back! Keep up your amazing work by adding another reading… read more
29 November 2024
"Write a story you would love to read."
BBC's 500 Words, the UK's largest children's writing competition for children aged 5-11 returns from Tuesday 24 September to Friday 8 November 2024.
There are two age categories: 5-7 year-olds and 8-11 year-… read more
24 September 2024
Did you miss our Summer Reading Challenge ambassadors Max and Harvey on Blue Peter last Friday?
They visited the famous Blue Peter Garden to compete in a Gadgeteers themed quiz and made their own scratch away bookmarks!
Catch up now on BBC iPlayer… read more
9 August 2022
