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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

📚 Our September newsletter is out now – and it’s a bumper edition packed with RfP news, events and heaps of free resources to kick-start the new school year. 👉 Take a look here: ow.ly/TB1Z50ZLLFB

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

📚 Kick-start your 2026/27 CPD Are you looking for fresh ideas to strengthen RfP in your setting? Join us on 17 October for a day of inspiring keynote speakers and tailor your day by choosing from a range of practical workshops to best meet the needs of your setting. 💡📖

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📚 ✏️ Back to School: 3 ways to enrich Reading for Pleasure this term. Discover free surveys, webinars, and CPD to support RfP in your school: ow.ly/7Iff50Zy1Ep

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Are you looking for the latest RfP news? Our free monthly newsletter brings together news, research, resources, events and opportunities from across the RfP sector – all in one place! Sign-up here: ourfp.org/newsletter-signup

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We're delighted to announce our keynote speakers for the OU RfP Autumn Conference 2026! Whether you're a teacher, literacy lead, librarian or school leader, we'd love to welcome you! Find out more and book online: ow.ly/pLLo50ZmUoE

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

📚 The Teachers' Reading Challenge 2026 starts today! 🎉 Teachers, librarians, trainees and education professionals – discover inspiring children's books, share reviews, and earn badges as you build your knowledge and expertise. Sign up now: ➡️ www.teachersreadingchallenge.org.uk

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

⚽ World Cup fever is here – and it's not just inspiring action on the pitch! This example of practice shows how football can be a powerful driver for reading in secondary schools, tapping into young people's passions beyond the classroom. ➡️ Find out more: ow.ly/PqGv50Zcf06

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

📣 Deadline extended to 5 July! ⏰ There's still time to enter the RfP Awards 2026. We're celebrating the brilliant work of educators who inspire children and young people to read for pleasure. 📚 Find out more and enter: ow.ly/E2oE50ZbMtr

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Enter Now: HarperCollins RfP Awards 2026 📚✨ In partnership with The OU and UKLA, these awards celebrate schools and educators who place Reading for Pleasure at the heart of their work. ⏰ Entries close at midnight on Sunday 14 June 2026. 🔗 ow.ly/lHPb50Z1a2l

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

⏰ Application deadline - Monday 25th May! If you’re organised, proactive and interested in supporting meaningful work around Reading for Pleasure, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more and apply here: ow.ly/Fe6s50Z13Vp

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

✨ This month’s Author Spotlight features Simon Mole — acclaimed children’s writer, performer, and National Poetry Day ambassador! ✨ Find out more about Simon and his work here: ourfp.org/author_spotlight/simon-mo…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

🏫 From the classroom: real stories, real impact. Discover how thid school’s pupil-designed ‘Book Bus’ (mobile book trolley) and pupil-run bookshop make reading visible, social and accessible across the school community. 📥 Download here: ourfp.org/eop/the-miriam-lord-book-…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

📬 Our latest newsletter is out now — sharing the latest research, evidence-informed practice, and insights from across the RfP community. 📚✨ Take a look here: ow.ly/PHAZ50Z12kx

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

📚 What does sustained RfP work look like at KS3? These snapshots from our KS3 Reading Schools Programme give a sense of the impact over time – particularly in how staff understand and develop RfP. Find out how the programme can help your students: ow.ly/jSJY50Yz9Jw

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

📚 The HarperCollins Reading for Pleasure Awards are now open for entries! The awards are open to teachers, librarians and reading champions in and beyond schools – celebrating those who put Reading for Pleasure at the heart of their practice 🫶 Find out more: ow.ly/Q25E50Yz8qj

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

📣 Calling all TRG Leaders Save the date – Newsletter Live is back! Join us on Thursday 7 May, 7–8pm for a fun, fast-paced session focusing on information texts, with plenty of ideas to support your practice and spark pupils’ love of reading! 📚💖 Details coming soon!

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Join Professor Teresa Cremin CBE and Dr Roger Macdonald on 25 March (2–5pm) for a briefing exploring what achieving the RfP Quality Mark involves — from evidencing impact to strengthening whole-school culture. Find out more: ukla.org/reading-for-pleasure/readi…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Today, on #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating women who help shape children’s reading lives — in classrooms, libraries, at home and beyond - here’s to the women helping more children discover the joy of reading. 🫶

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Celebrating World Book Day — and beyond! 📚 We’ve created a resource to help schools build on the energy of the day and grow a lasting reading for pleasure culture. Download here: www.worldbookday.com/resources/worl…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Join us for a free online seminar exploring why we're reading less by choice and how to bring back the love for books! 🔗 Register now and be part of the conversation: ow.ly/q8a050YgzjF

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Free resources to support Reading for Pleasure Looking to strengthen RfP in your school? Our free, research-informed surveys help you explore pupils’ attitudes and support staff reflection — a great starting point for next steps. Download here: ow.ly/ESzI50YgvMz

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming colleagues from across the sector for a research-led day, exploring practical, evidence-informed strategies to re-engage teen readers and revitalise reading cultures. Find out more and book online: ow.ly/XW9J50YgyCT

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Professor Teresa Cremin recently spoke to Twinkl about why Reading for Pleasure needs to be planned — not presumed — as we look ahead to 2026. Read the full article 👇  www.twinkl.co.uk/news/from-presumed…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

A recent TES article reports on the evidence presented by Professor Teresa Cremin CBE and Dr Helen Hendry to the House of Commons Education Committee on the decline in children’s Reading for Pleasure. Read the full TES coverage: ow.ly/A7GE50YgzH8

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Reading for pleasure needs a ‘higher profile’ at school, MPs told

Education experts giving evidence to an MPs’ inquiry into the decline in children reading for pleasure make four recommendations to address the problem

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

✨ Our February Reading for Pleasure newsletter is here! Find out about our free upcoming briefings, events, research highlights and resources to inspire reading 💡📚 See what’s inside: preview.mailerlite.com/z5i6h0l0o6

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Our team is delighted to welcome schools from Jersey as they begin their OU Reading Schools Programme journey with us. Primary & secondary colleagues will be joining our online launch to begin exploring how Reading for Pleasure can grow strategically across communities.

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

It’s a packed programme tonight for our OU Secondary Reading for Pleasure community networking event. We’re looking forward to a rich evening of connection and reflection as we explore what’s shaping RfP in secondary schools today. Hope to see you there!

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

The OU team is launching Phase 4 of the What on Earth! magazine research today with 360 Year 5 pupils & teachers across Hull. We will explore how reading and writing connect using this high-quality magazine - a new chapter to explore how reading and writing grow together.

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Have you heard our latest podcasts in collaboration with World Book Day and English Hubs? Do have a listen - 3 in the series with linked resources. Perfect for your next staff discussion! ow.ly/8vBi50XKYps

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

OU RfP lead Teresa Cremin CBE is setting out the vision for the National Year of Reading today. Let’s go all in… together. #NYR2026 Event details here literacytrust.org.uk/events/launch-…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Here's some feedback from our 2025-26 KS3 Reading Schools Programme participants, reflecting on our online RfP conference sharing research, practice and realistic ways to grow reading cultures.

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

📣 Check your inboxes - our January newsletter is here! 📚 Author in the Spotlight, Top Texts, brilliant ideas for the classroom and RfP research! 💙 Not subscribed yet? Sign up here 👉 ourfp.org/newsletter-signup #RfP #ReadingForPleasure #OURfP #Teaching

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

OU RfP team member Debbie Thomas is working with staff in Croydon today to enhance evidence-informed knowledge and practice as part of their #OUReadingSchools development journey this year. Find out more at an upcoming briefing ourfp.org/schools-teachers/reading-…

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Congratulations Teresa Cremin on being awarded a #CBE in the #NewYearHonours! Across four decades, you've brought researchers, teachers & communities together around a shared belief in the power of reading, writing & creativity. #InspiringWomen #Connection #RfP The Open University

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Looking for fresh inspiration or last-minute gift ideas? 🌟📚 Explore our Top Texts selections and Author in the Spotlight features — packed with ideas to widen your repertoire and spark new reader connections 👉 ourfp.org/texts-authors #RfP #TopTexts #AuthorSpotlight #HolidayReads

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

⭐However you celebrate this holiday season, we wish you much joy, laughter and plenty of time to cosy up with a good book or two! Happy holidays from the OU RfP team - Teresa, Helen, Sam, Bennie, Debbie, Rachel and Kelly ⭐

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Independent reading time isn’t a break from learning — it’s where reading identities grow. 🌱📖 Explore ways to make choice-led reading time purposeful, joyful and truly reader-owned 👉 ourfp.org/finding/independent-readi… #RfP #IndependentReadingTime #ChoiceLed #ChildLed

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Big impact, small talk! 💬 Discover simple ways to build everyday book chat and peer recommendations 👉https://ourfp.org/finding/rfpp/booktalk-and-recommendations/ #RfP #BookTalk #Blether #Recommendations Teresa Cremin

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Reading aloud connects hearts and minds. 💛📖 It models joy, builds empathy and invites every listener into the story world. Explore tips and examples of powerful read-aloud practice 👉 ourfp.org/finding/reading-aloud #RfP #ReadingAloud Ashley Kelly Debbie Thomas

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Make reading social! 💬📖 Find inspiration for creating spaces where readers connect, share and grow 👉 ourfp.org/finding/rfpp/social-readi… #RfP #SocialReadingEnvironments Teresa Cremin

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Every reader has a story — the key is finding out what it is. 💭📚 Explore practical ways to get to know your pupils as readers and build trust, choice and connection 👉 ourfp.org/finding/teachers-knowledg… #ReadingIdentity Teresa Cremin Debbie Thomas

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Keep your reading radar switched on! 📚 Explore resources to grow your knowledge of children’s and YA literature — and inspire others to do the same 👉 ourfp.org/finding/teachers-knowledg… #ReadingForPleasure Teresa Cremin Ashley Kelly

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Reading for Pleasure (The Open University) @openuni-rfp.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

It’s that time again — the season of spine-tingling stories! From The Last Firefox to Goth Girl, Crater Lake and Funnybones, spooky reads are the perfect way to spark curiosity (and a few chills!) this Halloween. What’s haunting your bookshelf? #SpookyReads #ReadingForPleasure

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Paddy Carroll @pynchonic.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Wonderful @openuni-rfp.bsky.social conference. Well-deserved award to @nj13.bsky.social for her incredible work. Delighted to meet @amdassu.bsky.social and @robbiddulph.bsky.social who were both incredibly inspiring as were the workshops.

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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

🍾 Fantastic to toast this exciting new release at today's RfP conference. So much to think about on my drive home. ❤️📖 At thoroughly superb day! @teresacremin.bsky.social @debbiethomas.bsky.social @kashleyenglish.bsky.social @uklitassociation.bsky.social @openuni-rfp.bsky.social #RfP

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Laura Spargo @lauraspargo.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

✨️ Wonderful to see the Opening Doors books at the @openuni-rfp.bsky.social and @uklitassociation.bsky.social Reading for Pleasure Conference in Milton Keynes today. @openingdoors.bsky.social @thinktalkleah.bsky.social @juliesargent.bsky.social @crownhousepub.bsky.social #ReadingForPleasure

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Books for Keeps, the children's books review journal @booksforkeeps.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Congratulations to the winners & all those highly commended in The HarperCollins Reading for Pleasure Awards 2025. Find out who has been crowned & how they have built a reading community in their school or library. 👏 #EduSky @openuni-rfp.bsky.social booksforkeeps.co.uk/58089-2/

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Paddy Carroll @pynchonic.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

@openuni-rfp.bsky.social please could you share this? You will know some people with great ideas that we would love to hear from.

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