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16/09/2026

🏃 National Fitness Day isn't just about getting active, it's also a great opportunity to encourage pupils to explore books linked to their interests.

From football and sporting legends to extreme adventures and Sports Day stories, we've selected some popular Accelerated Reader titles to inspire young readers.

📖 Explore more sport-themed books with AR Bookfinder: https://bit.ly/4okCL3p

Which title would your pupils be most excited to read?

13/09/2026

📚 Happy Roald Dahl Day!

Tell us your favourite Roald Dahl book in the comments, then discover more Roald Dahl titles and quiz information with AR Bookfinder.

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11/09/2026

📚 September's Accelerated Reader competition is here!

Ready to Go All In on reading?

This month, the school with the highest number of Accelerated Reader quizzes passed per student will win a fantastic prize!

🏆 Prize: 10 newly released Middle Years Accelerated Reader books (Book Levels 5.1-6.2), generously provided by Laburnum House Educational.

As we continue celebrating the National Year of Reading and 40 years of Accelerated Reader, there's never been a better time to encourage pupils to keep reading, keep quizzing and discover new stories.

Good luck to all participating schools! 📚✨

📋 Read the T&Cs: https://bit.ly/41yFls4

07/09/2026

Book of the Week: Cliff: The Man with a Seagull on his Head 🐦📚

What would you do if a seagull landed on your head... and refused to leave? Meet Cliff, a lonely fisherman whose unlikely feathered friend becomes much more than a nuisance when a storm rolls in.

A heartwarming and humorous story about friendship, kindness, and looking beyond first impressions.

📖 Recommended for ages 5-8
⭐ Book Level: 3.0

🔍 Want to know if it's right for your young reader? Check out Cliff: The Man with a Seagull on his Head on AR Bookfinder and explore quiz details, reading levels, and more: https://bit.ly/4cwil2W

02/09/2026

Every great school year starts with understanding where learners are today.

Before progress can be accelerated, educators need a clear picture of students' strengths, areas for growth, and the support they need to succeed.

Star Reading helps schools answer key questions from the start: 📊 What can students do? 📈 Where are the gaps? 🎯 Who needs additional support? 📚 How is progress developing?

With reliable assessment insights, teachers can make informed decisions and help every learner reach their potential.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4xMUqEv

01/09/2026

Welcome back! As a new academic year begins for many schools around the world, we’d like to wish teachers, school leaders and students a fantastic start to the year.

Here’s to a year filled with learning, growth and new opportunities.

We’re looking forward to continuing to support schools and educators throughout the year ahead.

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31/08/2026

Book of the Week: Gone for Good by Sarah Crossan

When Connie Ryder is sent to Silver Lake Academy, she discovers a mystery that refuses to stay buried.

As she investigates the disappearance of a former student, Connie is drawn into a chilling web of secrets, lies, and unanswered questions. Gone for Good is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep readers turning pages until the very end.

✅ Interest Level: Upper Years (Ages 14+)
✅ Book Level: 3.9
✅ AR Points: 6.0

Looking to learn more or add it to your reading list? Click here: https://bit.ly/4gltuEU

26/08/2026

📚 What helps keep young people engaged with reading?

The latest What Kids Are Reading findings explore how pupils’ reading preferences evolve as they move into secondary school, from the enduring popularity of familiar series to a growing range of genres and authors.

The research highlights an important message for schools: giving children the freedom to choose books they genuinely enjoy can play a key role in keeping them engaged with reading.

Discover the findings and see what Years 7 to 9 are reading 👇
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24/08/2026

Book of the Week: Dangerous Influence by Sally Nicholls 📚

What happens when your life is shared online before you're old enough to choose?

Anna and Josie have grown up as part of their mum's social media world. But when online attention turns dangerous, the sisters are forced to confront the real-life consequences of living in the spotlight.

This gripping and thought-provoking novel explores online safety, family relationships, and the impact of social media on young people.

✅ Interest Level: Middle Years Plus (Ages 12+)
✅ Book Level: 3.6
✅ AR Points: 3.0

Looking to learn more or add it to your reading list? Explore Dangerous Influence and thousands of other AR titles on AR BookFinder: https://bit.ly/4gkSQ5F

21/08/2026

We spend a lot of time talking about the importance of reading in schools.

So a few months ago, we introduced Shelf Shuffle in the office, a simple book-sharing initiative where colleagues can leave a book they've enjoyed and pick up a recommendation from someone else.

Since then, it's grown from a handful of books to a shelf packed with colleague favourites, from thrillers and biographies to fantasy and non-fiction.

It's been wonderful to see so many people sharing recommendations, discovering new authors, and helping our Shelf Shuffle community grow.

What's the best book you've read this year?

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