Raising the profile of reading with families

This resource supports and promotes strategies to engage families in reading activities, both in school and at home.

Watch this short video to find out more about key area 2.5.1 Raising the profile of reading with families. This is part of our series of webinar shorts, 5 to 10 minute training videos focusing on each key area of the Reading Schools framework.

Ensuring that reading continues beyond school is so important, showcasing it as an activity that extends beyond the classroom and into all avenues of life. Making reading exciting and meaningful can be further enhanced when families can join in with that excitement. Celebrating and enjoying reading at home is so impactful and drawing families into your Reading Schools journey can offer longstanding family engagement opportunities.

Related resources

There are other resources that you may also find of interest for this key area:

• (this will open in a new window)Raising the profile of reading with families at Maddiston primary school article.
• (this will open in a new window)Webinar: Family learning and partnerships recording.
• (this will open in a new window)Webinar: Research-informed practice on reading for pleasure
• (this will open in a new window)Attitude surveys
• (this will open in a new window)Webinar: Engaging families shared practice interviews 2024