October Newsletter

So many activities start at the beginning of October, but do not let this stop you extending these activities throughout October.

Throughout October – Black History Month

October is an opportunity to promote black authors and any authors with different ethnic origins.

• Create reading displays
• Invite pupils to research influential black figures
• Encourage discussions around diversity and inclusion

1 October – National Poetry Day

2-4 October : Fun Palaces Weekend

This is the annual national weekend of action when communities across the UK celebrate arts, culture and local skills including

• Poetry
• Storytelling
• Creating writing
• STEAM demonstrations of science and art

5-11 October : Libraries Week

Libraries week is a whole week when libraries of all types celebrate the school library and their role in the school. Events can include:

• Author visits and virtual talks
• Poetry readings
• Book-themed quizzes and treasure hunts
• Reading challenges
• Library inductions for new pupils
• Storytelling sessions
• Displays highlighting new titles and diverse books.
• Activities linked to literacy, wellbeing and inclusion.

5-11 October : Dyslexia Awareness Week

• Promote an understanding of dyslexia, and celebrate the unique capabilities of dyslexic learners
• Encourage everyone to understand the abilities which dyslexic learners have. Dyslexia is an ability and not a disability.
• Promote dyslexia-friendly books
• Promote audiobooks
• Reading technology demonstrations
• Inclusive reading sessions