Meg books into summer reading challenge

Meg is encouraging Hackney children to visit a local library and keep reading through the long summer holidays.

On Friday 27th July Meg visited Shoreditch Library to donate a selection of children’s books provided courtesy of the Reading Agency.

Meg with Education Minister Ed Balls

She is supporting a campaign to encourage children to visit their local libraries during the summer holidays so they do not lose any reading skills during the break from school teaching.

Research shows that by visiting libraries and reading regularly over the holidays, children’s reading levels can improve before they return to school in September.

Meg said, “Our libraries and librarians help children get the reading habit early and are a great place to spend time and learn to enjoy books. I am delighted to be donating books to support their excellent work”

“I urge everyone to get along to their local library this summer. It’s a great way to spend a rainy afternoon!”