Cumbria`s Primary Schools` Book Award

Now in it's 5th year, this annual award is an opportunity for year 5 and 6 pupils to vote for their favourite book published in the last year.

Here are some comments from schools who have previously participated in Spellbinding:

"In 13 years of teaching I have never seen children so enthusiastic about reading and reading for pleasure during lunch and breaks!"

"The children loved discussing the books and what they enjoyed/disliked about them. This led to interesting discussions about how the writer was able to hold their interest."

"Became more confident in expressing their views and children led an assembly for the whole school."

"Spellbinding had a big impact on raising the message about the importance of reading."

"Thank you very much for the scheme – it certainly gave reading a boost and we will definitely take part next year if it is on offer."

"Just repeat it! It was very successful!"