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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 23/09/2026

Have you enjoyed getting to know our Secondary Librarian of the Year, sponsored by @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social shortlist? Join us Thursday 1 October at 3:30pm for our spotlight webinar where we focus on practical takeaways you can put into action straight away. Book now: bit.ly/4yavSWp #SLAevents

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 10/09/2026

Get your applications in! Deadline: Sunday 13 September. @CollegiateSB is looking for a new Assistant Librarian which could be you! Head over to our jobs board for more information: bit.ly/4gJHf1v #SLAjobs #schoollibraries #schoollibrarians

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 10/09/2026

Twilight Training: our next session will focus on budget management for your school library, including advocacy and fundraising, if this sounds like something that would benefit you, join us on Thursday 26 November and book your place now: buff.ly/2MlYHz2 #SLAevents #schoollibraries

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 09/09/2026

Join Queen of YA Fiction, Holly Bourne for a live lesson that looks at the creative process behind her much-anticipated new novel, And Then We Screamed. Online on 25 November. Suitable for KS4, free for SLA member schools. Book your place: bit.ly/4hgnUVO #SLAevents #schoollibraries #schoollibrarians

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 08/09/2026

One month to go until our Supporting Information Literacy in the Age of Deepfakes. Join us and @wikimediauk on Thursday 8 October at 3:30pm to support pupils to navigate manipulated digital information safely. Book your place now bit.ly/3SO6A1a #SLAevents #schoollibraries

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 28/08/2026

The start of term is approaching! We hope you have all had a restful holiday. If you managed to fully switch off from the news, then you might find our Summer Round-up handy to reconnect you with what's been happening while you were away 👉 bit.ly/3UooDLI #BackToSchool #EduSkyUK #BookSky

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 17/08/2026

With only 130 days until Christmas, it could be time to start thinking about what seasonally themed books to buy for your library this winter. Join our first ever Seasonal Publisher Roadshows this November to be inspired! Book now: bit.ly/4gnYm7M #SLAevents

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 22/07/2026

Join us and #FirstNews for an informal #SLAmember meet-up exploring the growing importance of news literacy in schools, covering misinformation, AI and practical strategies. Online on 21 Sept: bit.ly/4bEF501 #schoollibraries #schoollibrarian #medialiteracy

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 22/07/2026

At last month's annual conference, Jamie Smart, the superstar creator of Bunny vs Monkey, was one of the star attractions. Read our interview with Jamie in the digital post-conference special of TSL: bit.ly/4yhBRcN

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 17/07/2026

The Education Committee has released its #ReadingForPleasure report, calling for school libraries to become a statutory requirement! Giving evidence in May, SLA CEO Victoria Dilly told the committee that the best investment schools can make in #RfP is in the library. Read more: bit.ly/3TGfsWo 📚

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 15/07/2026

We are delighted to share our post-conference digital special of TSL, featuring interviews with some brilliant authors including Jacqueline Wilson, Jamie Smart, Matt Goodfellow and Iqbal Hussain. Read the issue: bit.ly/4yhBRcN

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 09/07/2026

It was wonderful to see the brilliant John Agard win the CLiPPA Poetry Award today at the National Theatre. John scooped the award for The Poetry World of John Agard, illustrated by Shirley Hottier. Amazingly, it is the third time he has won the award – an amazing achievement!

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 03/07/2026

Congratulations to all the 2026 #InformationBookAward winners! If you're looking to stock your school library for the new school year, you can't go wrong with these exceptional titles, that encourage curiosity, compassion, bravery & understanding. #SchoolLibrary #ChildrensBooks #BookSkyUK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 26/06/2026

The school year isn't quite over yet and neither are our summer term events! There are still opportunities to connect with other #SLAmembers at branch events and meet-ups next week. Or prepare your #schoollibrary for the new school year with our Twilight Training on 8 July: bit.ly/4alUxh2 📚

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 19/06/2026

Did you make it to the 2026 #SLAconference? We're busy working on a special edition of The School Librarian that will share all the highlights, plus in-depth coverage of the people who made the event so special. In the meantime, see more updates from the conference on our FB and LinkedIn profiles 🙌

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 02/06/2026

This is the start of a busy month for the SLA. At the end of this week, we will be welcoming delegates to our Annual Conference. Beyond that, we have a host of events planned, including an interactive live lesson on 11 June with author Tom Palmer. For more events, go to: buff.ly/AjJJipK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 02/06/2026

In the summer issue of TSL, YA author Ellen Osborne considers what the best writing for teenagers has in common and recommends five of her favourites. What is your favourite YA novel, and what does it teach readers about the world we live in? Read a sample of the summer issue: buff.ly/gcF2Fff

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 26/05/2026

In the summer issue of TSL, we interviewed Anu Adebogun about her debut book, It’s a Brave Young World – which was shortlisted for our Information Book Award. It's a guide to growing up that touches on big topics in an appealing, friendly way. Read more: buff.ly/uQ0RIXU

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 21/05/2026

The summer issue of TSL will soon be hitting your desk – with a host of must-read features including interviews with cover illustrator Ellen Surrey and authors Anu Adebogun and Donna David, opinion pieces from sector leaders + 22 pages of book reviews: sla.org.uk/tsl 📚 #KidLit #SchoolLibraries

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 14/05/2026

"We are in a reading crisis and school librarians are the specialists. When you're in a crisis, you call in the specialists." Yesterday, SLA CEO, Victoria Dilly gave evidence to the Education Committee inquiry into the decline in children reading for pleasure. Read more: bit.ly/4uK77OG #EduSkyUK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 13/05/2026

School Library Association CEO, Victoria Dilly will give evidence to the Education Select Committee today, as a part of the ongoing inquiry into the decline in children reading for pleasure. This a significant moment for #schoollibraries. Watch live online from 4pm: buff.ly/kq6Q088 #EduSkyUK #RfP

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 12/05/2026

We're proud to be part of the Libraries Alliance – a partnership of organisations working to strengthen and champion libraries of all kinds. Our shared vision of 'Libraries Through Life' is illustrated in this short film. Read more: buff.ly/531hNsb

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 08/05/2026

It won't be long until we announce this year's winners of the Information Book Award, sponsored by DK 📚 Have your pupils voted for their Children's Choice winners? The deadline to vote is Friday 5 June: buff.ly/gh8rt2B #SchoolLibrary #BookClub #InformationBookAward #BookSkyUK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 07/05/2026

Happy birthday, @MichaelRosen.bsky.social! We're delighted that Michael – a bona-fide national treasure – is taking time out of his 80th birthday celebrations to give the after-dinner speech at our SLA Annual Conference on 5 June. buff.ly/GrnPzFT

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 22/04/2026

Sign ups are open for the 2026 #ReadWithPride relay! Read With Pride is a social media photo relay designed to celebrate and promote great young adult LGBTQIA+ literature during Pride Month. Find out more and get involved: bit.ly/3OSuNkM 🌈 #BookSkyUK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 21/04/2026

Twilight training - 12th May: we take a look at collection development with a focus on manga and graphic novels, covering age classifications, dealing with demand and encouraging reluctant readers 💥 Book your place now: bit.ly/4cCebFX £22.50 for members / £30 non-members #EduSkyUK #BookSky #Manga

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 17/04/2026

Are you ready for #EarthDay? Our most recent Books Across the Curriculum events focused on climate change and the environment. #SLAmembers can read the booklists and watch the webinar recording via our Resource pages: bit.ly/4cxYuiQ #BookRecommendations

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 07/04/2026

The Read to the Beat 2026 book collection is here! Get ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer with The Reading Agency's Summer Reading Challenge - where stories, rhythm & creativity come together. Browse the full collection here: bit.ly/4cfD6Pj #SummerReadingChallenge #ReadToTheBeat

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 23/03/2026

ICYMI: catch up on our March bulletin featuring our new #ReadingReboot programme, the Barrington Stoke Reader of the Year Award, a highlight article from Sarah Crossan in #TheSchoolLibrarian AND #SLAConference news, events and giveaways! 👉 buff.ly/FbgJ7kj #stayuptodate

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 18/03/2026

We're sharing lots of other books that can help support teaching about #ClimateChange and the environment in our #BooksAcrossTheCurriculum events for Primary and Secondary this week and next. Come and get inspiration for your #EarthDay displays! bit.ly/4sSmgge 🌍 #BookSkyUK #EduSkyUK #ChildrensBooks

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 18/03/2026

Have you discovered the 2026 #InformationBookAward shortlist? These 12 titles cover everything from why we sleep, to where we came from. We've created Book Club resources for each book - the #RecyclingDay activities are perfect for #GlobalRecyclingDay! bit.ly/4spcYsk ♻️

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 18/03/2026

Today is #GlobalRecyclingDay and we're reading Recycling Day by @pollyfab.bsky.social! This informative book helps children understand what happens to our rubbish and how it can be recycled. #RecyclingDay is one of the books on the #InformationBookAward shortlist: bit.ly/4rBGKc0 📚

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 16/03/2026

We're thrilled to welcome @teachprimarymag.bsky.social as our official media partner for the #SLAConference. Teach Primary is the go-to resource for primary teachers, packed with expert resources, ideas, activities, and CPD 📚 Look out for conference coverage and insights in the magazine & online!

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 13/03/2026

Wonderful news to finish the week! We couldn't be more excited to welcome #PatriceLawrence to our 2026 conference. Patrice will be speaking on Saturday 6th June, in an author keynote session from 10-10.30am. 📣 Don't miss out: buff.ly/OobUix1 #childrensbooks #literature

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 10/03/2026

All this for just £3.65 per student 👆 Get involved today!

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 05/03/2026

With so many fantastic authors appearing, what better #WorldBookDay treat could there be than securing a free ticket to the #SLAConference 2026?! We have 7 free conference places available to SLA members. Apply by Friday 13th March to be in with a chance 👉 bit.ly/3ZWWWt5 #SchoolLibraryAssociation

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 01/03/2026

Do you need to love your Mondays more? Two exciting job opportunities are live now on our #jobsboard! Find out more about working for Wilson's Hospital School or Luckley House: bit.ly/4b3J9Yi 🎓 #recruiting #newjob #schoollibrarians #schoollibraries #librarymanager

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 26/02/2026

Today is the pilot session of our new #pupillibrarian training, developed with Springhill English Hub as part of the Southampton Reading Charter Silver Award, focusing on pupil engagement in school reading culture. We'll be sharing lots of ideas to help build reading communities #uksla

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 23/02/2026

Today saw publication of the Government's Education #WhitePaper. We've shared a full response on our website, including our thoughts on the new statutory Year 8 reading assessment: bit.ly/4tQk4aj Bookmark our live blog to stay up to date with important announcements 🗞️ #SchoolLibraries #EduSkyUK

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 23/02/2026

Due to events this week, our Library Advice Line will be open from 9:30am–2:30pm on Tuesday only. This is a dedicated time when SLA members can call or email and be guaranteed immediate advice. You can contact us anytime, but this is ring-fenced time that you can plan around too! #SLAmembers

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 15/02/2026

There are two more exciting London-based roles currently listed on our #jobsboard! Save this page to stay up to date with job opportunities in #schoollibraries across the UK: bit.ly/4b3J9Yi 🎓️ #recruiting #schoollibrarians #newjob #librarians #schoollibraryassociation

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 13/02/2026

Meet Lorna Davey, school librarian at Countess Wear Primary School, one of our 12 lucky SLA Membership winners. Thank you Accessit Library for sponsoring these #SLAmembers 💙 bit.ly/4tzE8NR #SchoolLibraryAssociation #NationalYearofReading #SchoolLibraries #GoAllIn

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 13/02/2026

Our first #NationalYearofReading webinar in partnership with Accessit Library brought together brilliant guests from across the sector to share expertise and ideas for running successful book clubs in schools. Watch back online now: buff.ly/FMx6N9Y #schoollibrary #training #schoollibrarians

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 13/02/2026

Don't forget! Register for the IBA Book Club today for the chance to win a set of shortlisted titles, like these excellent books on the 13-16 shortlist, exploring disability, activism, neuroscience and women's history. Every school will have access to free SLA Book Club resources! buff.ly/sPUMBaa 📚

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 12/02/2026

The books on the 8-12 year old #InformationBookAward shortlist delve into time, evolution, sleep, science and forensics - encouraging the development of curious minds! Register for the IBA Book Club before eod tomorrow for a chance to win a set of shortlisted titles: buff.ly/sPUMBaa 📚 #kidlituk

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 11/02/2026

Have you been reading the IBA shortlist? Our Under 7 list explores sustainability, the natural world, diversity & grief: perfect for opening up big conversations with small readers. Book clubs nurture curiosity & listening skills - register to take part in the IBA Book Club now: buff.ly/sPUMBaa 📚

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 11/02/2026

This Children's Mental Health Week, discover our new KS2 book list themed around mental health, wellbeing & friendship 📖 These specially selected books will help young readers understand themselves and others. Exclusively for SLA members: buff.ly/Z1e95n1 #childrensbooks

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 10/02/2026

Introducing Mission Control! We've joined forces with Softlink and @peters-books.bsky.social to help #primaryschools deliver effective #library provision through one affordable subscription! Mission Control bundles library software, expert support & book supply. Find out more: buff.ly/i0aezG7 🚀

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 22/01/2026

If you're looking for your next good read, try these recommendations from Mangotsfield C of E Primary School, our 2025 Peter Usborne Primary School Library of the Year. Thank you @booksforkeeps.bsky.social for giving these pupils space to share some of their favourite recent books buff.ly/TOS0PVm 💙

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The School Library Association @sla.org.uk · 09/01/2026

2026 has begun with a busy and exciting week at the SLA! Christmas is a happy memory and we are gearing up to launch our #NationalYearofReading Toolkit next week, as well as some excellent upcoming events: bit.ly/4bwLhb4 📚 How has the new term started for you? #GoAllIn2026 #BookSkyUK

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