About Bridgemary LRC

Working with the Hampshire School Library Service, Bridgemary School aims to offer quality library provision to its students in a large, purpose-built, well-resourced LRC. We offer:

· Over 4000 fiction titles to suit all interests and abilities, including a wide selection of Quick Reads.

· Graphic novels/comic books and manga.

· A large selection of non-fiction books across a broad range of subjects.

· Access to 1000s more titles free to borrow on Sora, our eBook platform.

Why is reading for pleasure important?

Evidence shows that reading for pleasure has beneficial outcomes for young people in all sorts of ways.

Regular reading for enjoyment can:

· Improve academic attainment in ALL subjects.

· Develop creativity, vocabulary and communication skills, all essential for career success!

· Improve mental health, decreasing depression and anxiety.

· Build empathy and an understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

How can parents and carers help?

There are lots of things you can do to support your child and help them develop a love of reading:

· Encourage your child to read every day.

· Encourage them to read a wide variety of things: magazines and newspapers as well as books.

· Remind them to exchange their library books regularly.

· Talk to them about what they’re reading.

· Take time to enjoy books yourself; be seen reading!

· Visit your local public library. It’s free to join and will give you and your child year-round access to books, eBooks, audiobooks, magazines and more.