Reading Zone

June 2026: Carnegie Medal Winner

Congratulations to Beth O'Brien from Elgin Academy: winner of the 2026 Carnegie Medal.

Led by the vividly portrayed Red, the story draws on the different tropes of Red Riding Hood as we know it and masterfully subverts them. Readers are offered a window into her world and lived experience, and are offered insightful comments on the impact of psychological power. There’s a boldness to this reimagined tale that is fresh and exciting

Themes

Fairytales
Empowerment
Menstruation
Disability
Power
Injustice
Personal development
Sexism – gender roles

World Cup Reading Fun Challenge for Staff from the Reading Leaders

Pick their country and title from the box in the library.

Borrow, Buy, Read and Enjoy their book from one of the World Cup countries over the holidays.

In August: share their book and a food/drink from theri World Cup country with colleagues.

Staff are invited to participate and play

There will be a £20 book token for one lucky reader.

Reading Schools Week: 2 - 6 February 2026

We participated in the first ever Reading Schools Week, a five-day extravaganza designed to celebrate the incredible activities taking place everyday in Elgin Academy Gold Reading School.

We explored the importance (and fun!) of reading.