Libraries of Sanctuary Project

We’re delighted to share this article from our colleagues in the Public Library Service who are working towards the worthy 'Libraries of Sanctuary' award.

How Accessible is your School Library for Disadvantaged Pupils?

The current economic situation sees the word ‘poverty’ being linked to food, fuel and children. Lead Adviser Bridget Rowley considers how schools can reduce the impact of ‘book poverty’.

Are you Listening? Audiobooks for Reading for Pleasure

Before the written word, a world of bards captivated people with stories of history, legend and derring-do. SLS Service Manager Helen Bryant explores the value of the spoken word.

How to Dispose of Unwanted Books in your Library

From time to time, you need to edit your library but what should you do with the books you remove from stock? Lead Adviser Helen Walton explores some possible solutions.

Creating a Whole School Reading Culture

This article aims to give schools practical tips and ideas to implement across the whole school to improve the reading culture in the school community.

How to Support Pupils at Home with Reading for Pleasure

Not all children have access to reading materials at home – especially books that allow them to read purely for pleasure. SLS @ Home aims to reach every child and provide them with that gift.

Comic Books are Reluctant Superheroes

How do we reach reluctant readers? Comic Books are a great resource for reluctant readers (especially amongst teens). SLS Hampshire now has a package of comics available on Sora.

Using our Transition Leaflets to sustain reading over Summer

It's well-known that children lose reading momentum over the long summer holidays -
Helen Walton discusses how to spark a student's enthusiasm for reading.

Let's Talk About Sex & Relationships in Secondary School Libraries

One of our Lead Advisers, Abby Bunton, assesses how school libraries can do more to be inclusive and open to the presence of sex and relationships in library stock.

Never too old for a Picture Book!

Don’t dismiss picture books — Emma Ostler discusses how they can still be really enjoyable at KS2 and have a multitude of uses beyond just being a good read.