Learning and Teaching Scotland, in conjunction with the Scottish Book Trust, has commissioned Blake Stevenson to carry out a research project . The research will look at the impact of author events on the confidence, enjoyment and attainment of young people’s literacy skills in primary and secondary schools across Scotland.
In order to provide a thorough overview, Learning and Teaching Scotland want to hear the opinions of as many teachers as possible and are encouraging teachers to complete the survey between now and 11 July. The survey can be found at http://www.snapsurveys.com/swh/surveypreview.asp?k=130468635906
The findings from the research will be published in spring 2012.
Ask Scotland is an online information service provided by Scotland’s libraries that lets you get real answers from real people direct from your desktop. Your questions will go to a librarian who will research your query and email you a customised response. Contact them at www.askscotland.org.uk
Open to all schools and pupils living in East Lothian and Midlothian
There are two sets of prizes – one for East Lothian and one for Midlothian in each of two groups consisting of P4-P7 & S1-S4.
Primary schools should hand in or post their poetry or prose entries to any library in East Lothian or Midlothian. Secondary schools should give their poetry or prose entries to the school librarian.
Schools have been sent posters and details of the rules and prizes. Further information and entry forms for any individuals who wish to enter is also available in local libraries.
Entries to be returned by Friday 10 June 2011
Sharing and supporting steps made by East Lothian learners, parents and teachers.