The Children's Book Council is an Australia-wide organisation which aims to foster children's enjoyment of books.
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We have over 700 children's books on dragons in our catalogue! Check out our story about some much-loved books along with the new facebook.com/NCACLAustralia/
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Clarion call for us all who care about kids reading
According to a recent study, reading for pleasure has fallen by 40% in the last 20 years, continuing a long-running downward trend. By many measures, reading skills for both students and adults continue to fall. Jeffrey Brown spoke with Elizabeth Alexander of the Mellon Foundation about a new effort to boost the world of words. to.pbs.org/3NfW4fX
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For members of @StoryBoxLibrary they are offering Australia's National Simultaneous Storytime book, 'Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller' captioned in 11 different languages - Soon! - 27 May - a fun once a year event in schools and libraries
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@ReadinAustralia - new secondary resources for teachers with these 2 exceptional YA books readingaustralia.com.au/
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Join millions on 27 May for ALIA's National Simultaneous Storytime 2026 with Luna Roo: the Kangaroo Baller! Schools, libraries & communities unite to celebrate reading. Register free now: alia.org.au/Web/Web/Events/E…
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Looking for ways to make Book Week 2026 both meaningful and manageable? We've got you covered. SCIS Editorial and Professional Learning Lead Ceinwen Jones recently sat down with Teacher librarian Megan Daley to talk practical (and fun) Book Week prep: ow.ly/IvmQ50YXVP0
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Great to see children's involvement - builds knowledge, skills and involvement in stories for them @clpe1
Get involved in CLiPPA 2026!
👉 Teachers: record students’ performances and submit by 12pm, 21 May.
👉 Five schools (one per shortlisted collection) will perform at the National Theatre, London on 9 July.
Get involved: clpe.org.uk/poetry/CLiPPA/sh…
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How can cataloguing support inclusive schools? Join our free SCIS webinar to explore language, subject headings, and cataloguing shaping student identity. Support diversity through your catalogue. Register now: ow.ly/jLwz50YORM6
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Fascinating story—What bumblebees and a special sister taught this writer @SandyBigna lithub.com/pollinating-our-s…
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🍭 Shelf-life stories. No filter.
#QLDSchoolLibraries #BookHumour #SchoolLibraryLife #IfBooksCouldTalk
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Are you ready? 27 May is National Simultaneous Storytime. Just imagine thousands across Australia reading 'Luna Roo' - the mind boggles! More details and heaps of resources here alia.org.au/Web/Web/Events/N…
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This creator is one of the world's best - well deserved award Thanks for the news @thebookseller
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Canadian picture-book author-illustrator Jon Klassen has won the 2026 @AlmaAward Award, the second major prize for a Walker Books creator at BCBF 2026 👇
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@TheStellaPrize 2026 Shortlist has just been announced. Keep an eye out for the winner, who will be confirmed on Wednesday 13th of May.
Congratulations to all the shortlisted authors!
#stellaprize2026 #newreleasebooks #australianauthors #goodreadingmagazine
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Coming 27 May—Are you ready for National Simultaneous Story Time? Register free - gather the goodies to celebrate alia.org.au/nss
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Are you a fan of Trace Balla's stunning graphic novels - this one is a life-story/memoir with unforgettable illustrations midlandexpress.com.au/leisur… via @Midland Express
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Absolutely Karen Foxlee is one of Australia's superlative writers. Definitely she's great at the small, quiet moments.
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Coming up on YABBA Online is Karen Foxlee on Tuesday 24th March! In this session, she will talk about writing characters who feel real and explores how small, quiet moments can carry enormous emotional weight. Register at yabba.org.au
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US science stories for young readers - detailed reviews & Illus of the best books | Science science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…
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Totally agree with @ALibraryscience that verse novels are special. Australia has around 70 so far and counting. Here's our list ncacl.org.au/resources/bibli…
A great article. Verse novels are so important as a gateway for reluctant readers, especially in KS4. My favourite is One by the incomparable @SarahCrossan
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Applications close 17 Mar for Australian National Poet Laureate —three‑year appointment recognising an outstanding Australian poet whose work and cultural contribution have shaped contemporary poetry and its readership creative.gov.au/investments-…
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Being a deep admirer of @yuvalzommer every new book he creates is a gem
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