Reader Development

Connecting libraries and adult literacy to inspire new readers

The Vital Link is run by The Reading Agency in partnership with the National Literacy Trust

The Vital Link improvement framework - Reader development activity
Download the complete improvement framework here: Vital Link improvement framework

Library offering creative activities around reading at an appropriate level

The chart below sets out the main elements to be considered in relation to reader development in libraries. We will continue to add further guidance and case studies.

*Standard* *level*	Staff aware of titles at the right reading level for adults with low literacy
*How to achieve*	BS and stock awareness training (VL guidance)
*Medium* *level*	Library staff involved in reading for pleasure activities in classes, integrated into the curriculum
*How to achieve*	BS and RD training and strong BS partners (VL guidance and VL case studies )
Advanced *level*	Basic skills reading groups, reading chains and special events in the library; integration of BS work with family reading and learning, reading promotion in the workplace, etc
*How to achieve*	BS and RD training and strong BS partners (VL guidance and VL case studies )