Take it in turns to nominate characters, and then pair them off against each other, voting until you have a clear winner. Listen to Jack Kerouac read from his iconic novel, After the roaring success of our World Book Day tours in 2019, we have selected storytelling packages for both KS1 & KS2 for 2020. It’s a time to look into the future we need to build together. We hope that you enjoyed celebrating World Book Night with us on 23 April. But should you read for pleasure or self-improvement? Between 7-8 March 2020, 50 places in our care will be running events for bookworms of all shapes and sizes. Before you start, answer the following questions: What genre is the book? However, with distractions such as Netflix and social media all around us, it’s easy to forget the comfort of sitting down with a real page-turner. Will you choose to chuckle over crime-fighting capers with Dog Man? Will it be Evie in the Jungle for animal lovers? However, there are lots of children in the UK who still find joy in picking up a book. What do they want – what stands in the way? With 50 places taking part in World Book Day, the whole family can immerse themselves in the magical world of storytelling at a place near you. What is your favourite book? New research from the National Literacy Trust (NLT) revealed that only 26% of under-18s spend time reading every day, the lowest level the NLT has recorded since 2005. Our collection of constantly updated tips, case studies and ideas for making the most of being a subscriber. When you buy or donate a second-hand book at one the places we look after, you're supporting our vital conservation work to care for amazing places forever. Historians believe that this was The Epic of Gilgamesh, an epic poem about a Sumerian king who battled and befriended the gods of ancient Mesopotamia. Twenty years ago today saw the release of the first Harry Potter book. is celebrated globally by over 100 countries. Are you into gardening, cookery, nature or history? World Book Day 2nd – 6th March 2020. World Food Day 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of FAO in an exceptional moment as countries around the world deal with the widespread effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic. World Book 2020. Write a review of your favourite book. We couldn't celebrate World Book Day without something new to read, with all of our places involved in World Book Day stocking eight of this year’s special titles. Discover the books most loved by our staff and find the perfect one for you. Newsround visited a school in Manchester to find out their thoughts on all things books and reading. How are they going to get it. To quote Jane Austen, “there is no enjoyment like reading!” It is one of life’s purest delights, and it comes with health benefits too. World Book Day is celebrated every year on April 23. Some of the houses, gardens and landscapes we look after have inspired famous writers, playwrights and poets. Here's our pick of the best. It is a celebration of authors, illustrators, and books – but most of all, it is a celebration of reading itself! So are we – so much so that we publish over 50 new books and property guidebooks a year on a huge variety of topics that matter to us and our supporters. Simply hand over the £1 token given to all children at school or nursery and pick one of the World Book Day Books. We use cookies to provide you with a better service. With historical links to treasured writers and poets, a holiday to one of these cottages offers plenty to inspire any bookworm or budding writer. World Book Day. Between 7-8 March 2020, 50 places in our care will be running events for bookworms of all shapes and sizes. UNESCO undertakes the responsibility of the event. Check out our latest offers on children’s books to pick up some fun new reads to keep their noses buried in a book. Books have come a long way since the first story was written 4,000 years ago. Dive into a new adventure with World Book Day, Have a go at the Evie and the Jungle Animal Facts Quiz, Illustrations: Emily Gravett | Designer: Alice Shortland, World Book Day 2019 children's puffin trail, Holiday cottages with literary connections, Sudbury Hall and the Museum of Childhood, near Ashbourne, Colby Woodland Gardens, near Amroth, Pembrokeshire. Be sure to include what the story is about, and why you enjoyed it. Or will you set off on an epic adventure to Buckingham Palace to meet the Queen? World Book Day 2020 may have been and gone in another whirlwind of character costumes and excited bookshelf browsing, but that love of reading is something they can take with them all year long. Have a go at writing the first chapter of your own book! On The Road, in 1959. For many people, setting aside dedicated time to read can be really beneficial. Where and when is it set? You’ll be able to exchange your £1 book token for an exciting new read, set off on our Puffling Children’s Trail, or test your animal knowledge with our Evie and the Jungle Animal Facts Quiz, which will be available at participating properties. How can books change our perspective on the world? World Book Night 23 April. Lots of children will be getting dressed up as their favourite fictional characters to celebrate. You may find inspiration for World Book Day 2020 in the local library, on the television or simply from a favourite book with characters close to your heart. As a class, hold a competition to decide the greatest book character of all time.