Literacy news
Literacy news covers the latest news from the media and other sources, as well as updates on NLT activity. The most recent headlines are listed below and you can browse archived news by moving through the page numbers at the bottom of the page.
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NLT Campaigns news stories:
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08Dec2011Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall meets our one millionth beneficiary
At a reception at Clarence House, our Patron the Duchess of Cornwall met the one millionth person supported by our work and a child from a school that fundraised for us this year.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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08Dec2011Two-thirds 'fail new primary phonics reading check'
The test-run of a new primary school reading check suggests two-thirds of pupils are likely to fail it when it is introduced in England next year.
Posted by Jane Woodley
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05Dec20113.8 million children in the UK do not own a book
Our new report reveals that the number of children who do not own a book is increasing. We are responding to the findings by launching our Christmas Gift of Reading fundraising appeal.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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01Dec2011Adult skills survey results released
The new Skills for Life Survey reveals significant shifts in literacy levels.
Posted by Jane Woodley
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29Nov2011Support us by bidding in the Big Give Charity Auction.
Bid on an original painting by Michael Foreman and raise funds for the National Literacy Trust.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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24Nov2011Select Committee launches inquiry into library closures
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee invites submissions on the impact of library closures.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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14Nov2011
Give the Gift of Reading, with a gorgeous festive cardChoose an exclusive gift card, The Gruffallo, Charlie and Lola or Ros Asquith, and support the work of the National Literacy Trust by giving the Gift of Reading.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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10Nov2011Reading with child 'highlight of the day for parents'
Survey suggests parents in England and Northern Ireland are spending more time reading to their children.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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08Nov2011Reading to children can set them on path to success
PISA report looks at the impact of parents' participation in their children's learning.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
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03Nov2011Rise in the number of pre-school children taking part in library activities
There has been an increase in the number of under-fives attending events at public libraries.
Posted by Fiona Lewis
