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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

📚️ Stories give us a chance to see the world differently!    So, for National Bookshop Day, we’re highlighting @kibworthbooks and their Tackling Racism Together campaign.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🥳 Happy National Poetry Day! How are you celebrating? We’re looking forward to our event with EmpathyLab Schools tomorrow, joined by Dean Atta and Coral Rumble, where we'll be sharing poems written by students, as well as doing some writing in the moment.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We activate reading to build real life empathy. Our Schools Programme supports you to embed this approach across your curriculum, whole school culture, and within your community.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

💭 Every school in England has to publish an inclusion strategy by 31 December, built around DfE's 7 principles of inclusion. ⭐️ Join our autumn training starting 22 October.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

💭 Jump into 'Incredibly Plain’ by William Yamaguchi Dobson We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

💭 Jump into 'Lion Rocks’ by Monica Wat We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

💪 Fewer conflicts, Stronger friendships. More empathy in action!   Join our online training this October & activate reading to help children & young people develop real-life empathy skills - strengthen belonging & inclusion, support wellbeing AND improve reading outcomes.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

💭 Jump into ‘Peanut Butter Love’ by Maisie Chan We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📣 CALLING ALL AUTHORS AND ILLUSTRATORS 📣 Could you be your community’s next Empathy Champion? Join our next Author and Illustrator Masterclass, 23 & 30 September (4.30-7pm) and discover how you can use your creative work to inspire young audiences and make a difference in your community.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

⭐️ Calling all Jacqueline Wilson fans! ⭐️ Join legendary author Jacqueline Wilson, author of over 100 empathy-rich books, as she celebrates her brand new story, Esme Pepper.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

At EmpathyLab we are MASSIVE fans of the wonder that is Michael Rosen - and silly stuff is just BRILLIANT for building empathy and understanding too! Join a HUGE Silly School Stuff-themed Poetry Party this #MichaelRosenDay, Thursday 12 November! A day to celebrate poetry, creativity and imagination.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

💭 Jump into ‘Grandmother’s Gift ’ by Eva Wong Nava We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

💭 Jump into ‘All Frills’ by Eric Huang We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🌍️ Happy #WorldKidLitMonth September is the month to explore children's and YA books from all over the world. We have so many AMAZING empathy building books for you to choose from - dive into our Read for Empathy Collection to find your next read. 📍 Where will you travel by book? @worldkidlit

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Jump into ‘Finding Kitri’ by Anne Elicaño-Shields We’re so excited to share our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian heritage Month through a collection of brilliant, bite-sized stories.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thinking of teachers across England and Wales as they return to school this week, and Scotland teachers already back, to start another year doing the incredible work they do. Whatever you may be feeling, we're sending admiration and best wishes. ✏️ illustration by: Sarah Christou

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

To celebrate East & South East Asian Heritage Month we've linked up with Global Tales (@Evawongnava) to share 7 brand new Empathy Shorts, 500-word empathy-rich stories specially written for EmpathyLab by fantastic ESEA authors.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

📍 Map your mood Explore our emotions maps – free to download on our website, from wonderful illustrators of how to use this exercise. Map how you’re feeling across the day, week – or the even the hour – to help you see how emotions change.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

As many of us head back to school - reading together is a brilliant way to build belonging and support BIG emotions.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

💭 Make a difference to your entire school community! We're so grateful to hear how teachers are using EmpathyLab's approach to embed empathy into everyday learning.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🎉 We are very excited for our September collaboration with Global Tales, celebrating East and South East Asian Heritage Month... watch this space! But for now, check out 40+ FREE Empathy Shorts from an AMAZING array of authors.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

✏️ Another beautiful reflection on empathy from the young writers at Crich Junior School, truly capturing how empathy can help someone feel seen, supported and less alone.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Jacqueline Wilson is a true empathy champion Esme Pepper is published today, we wanted to send our congratulations and share that we are very excited to be teaming up with Jacqueline @jacquelinewilson_hq & @penguinukbooks for some very special in-person & online events this October…watch this space!

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

⭐️ Another wonderful poem from the talented young writers at Crich Junior School. Thank you to the teachers at Crich for creating space for children to explore, express and share empathy through reading, writing and meaningful classroom conversations as part of the EmpathyLab Schools Programme.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

💭 Small changes in the classroom can make a big difference to how children understand themselves and others. We're so grateful to hear how teachers are using EmpathyLab's approach to embed empathy into everyday learning.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🐧 Mid heat wave, we have a cool treat from 10 year old Poppy at Crich Junior School. Thank you to teachers at Crich for sharing their empathy work with us, and for embedding empathy education through reading through participation in the EmpathyLab Schools Programme.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

At the close of the school year we want to cheer all the AMAZING teachers using reading to support every child to be seen, valued and understood. Over the rest of the summer break take a look at what teachers across the country said this year about EmpathyLab’s approach and impact.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Buy any of these books at the link in our bio via uk.bookshop.org/shop/empathy... and EmpathyLab will receive 10% so that we can continue to champion reading which helps EVERYONE be seen, valued and understood.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

📚️ July is Disability Pride Month. We've gathered 20 brilliant books celebrating disabled lives and experiences in all their diversity. These authentic stories help young readers see themselves, understand others, and grow empathy.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

💭 “It really has transformed my practice.” Amy Slater, Alternative Education Leader at Kirk Hallam Academy. Through reading for empathy, K has grown in confidence, motivation and belonging, independently using strategies learnt through literature in the wider school environment.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Reading connects us, and is scientifically proven to build our real life empathy skills. But just like a garden it needs tending in order to bloom. Reading together, sharing perspectives, wondering how characters feel are simple ways to enjoy books whilst building empathy skills.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Explore the AMAZING free writing resources and recipes to help aspiring authors explore different perspectives, build believable characters and craft empathy-led stories. If you're already planning your short story or poem, these resources are a fantastic place to start.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

In the National Year of Reading #GOALLIN for connection and share your voice! We're delighted to be partnering with @calibreaudio for this year's Inclusive Voices short story competition, which focuses on the power of empathy through storytelling.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🎉 Huge congrats to EmpathyLab Ambassador Patrice Lawrence who has been named the new Waterstones #ChildrensLaureate 2026-2028! We could not be more delighted to see Patrice take on this important role, and to hear plans for her tenure.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

⭐️ Empathy Bookshelf ⭐️ A favourite chosen by Kristina Rahim, 'Fight Back' by A.M. Dassu. ⚡️ You can catch up with our Spark Empathy with Kristina Rahim and Ian Eagleton, over on our website and explore and celebrate families of all kinds - available until end of July empathylab.uk/empathy-day-...

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Perfect for sparking rich classroom conversations, inspiring creative writing, developing reading comprehension and exploring empathy through discussion. 📖 Which story will you read first? empathylab.uk/empathy-shor...

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

✨ NEW Empathy Shorts are here! Every child deserves access to stories that help them understand themselves and others. Our new collection of FREE Empathy Shorts offers powerful, thought-provoking stories that encourage children to see life from another person's perspective.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

⭐️ Empathy Bookshelf ⭐️ A favourite chosen by Chanté Timothy, 'Bumble & Snug and the Angry Pirates' by Mark Bradley. ⚡️ You can catch up with our Spark Empathy with Chanté Timothy, over on our website and explore how to create your own “Supa” graphic novel characters: empathylab.uk/empathy-day-...

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

🔔 Reminder: Empathy Day Festival resources are available until the end of July! 🔔 Whether you catch with our AMAZING Spark Empathy's, decorate your setting with empathy resolutions or draw along with Rob Biddulph. There's still time to boost empathy around your community!

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

⭐️ Empathy Bookshelf ⭐️ A favourite chosen by Ian Eagleton, 'Escape from the Child Snatchers' by Sufiya Ahmed.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Taking part in School Diversity Week in your setting this week spreads empathy & understanding to help prevent prejudice, discrimination and bullying, but also celebrates the enormous difference that LGBT+ inclusion can make for all young people, whoever they are or grow up to be

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

In the National Year of Reading #GOALLIN for connection and share your voice! We're delighted to be partnering with Calibre Audio for this year's Inclusive Voices short story competition, which focuses on the power of empathy through storytelling.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

💭 Catch up on demand, this Refugee week, and Spark Empathy with Michael Rosen. Explore the courage of refugees in a true World War II story, and build your understanding of why people seek refuge today. ⭐️ Visit the Festival webpage to watch: empathylab.uk/empathy-day-...

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

⭐️ Empathy Bookshelf ⭐️ A favourite chosen by Rachel Bright, 'The Carrot Seed' by Ruth Krauss, pictures by Crockett Johnson ⚡️ You can catch up with our Spark Empathy with Rachel Bright, over on our website 📚 Looking for your next empathy-boosting read? Check out the Read for Empathy Collection

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

⭐ The Courage Collection It's Refugee Week, and we're proud to be supporting the celebrations with The Courage Collection – a free reading and resource list in collaboration with @adayofwelcome @refugeeweekuk and @writerscentre

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Last week we closed the Empathy Day Festival with a fantastic LIVE event featuring authors Matt Goodfellow & Manjeet Mann. ⭐️ During the session, students took part in a short free writing exercise. Helping young people explore thoughts, feelings & experiences while building empathy for others.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

A MASSIVE thank you to EVERYONE who joined the Empathy Day Festival. Hundreds of thousands - in every part of the UK and in 25 countries across the world! We have been blown away by the response, thank you to everyone that jumped into stories, shared & created to build their empathy muscles.

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EmpathyLabUK @empathylabuk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

⭐️ The Festival may be ending, but the conversations, connections & acts of empathy it inspires can continue long after today. As S.F. Said reminds us, books are among the greatest empathy engines ever invented, helping us step into someone else's shoes, broaden perspectives & understand each other

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