Reading for pleasure brings many benifits - including higher attainment results! 

A resent study, by the reading agency, indicates that reading for pleasure can also also improve the readers mental wellbeing, improve their relationships with others and reduce the symptoms of depression and dementia. 

To encourage young people to read more, the Scottish Book Trust recently published advice on how to encourage our young perople into engaging with reading for pleasure. A summary is shown below however if you would like to find out more please click here.

Tips for Encouraging Teenagers to Read

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