A free reading intervention for Children Looked After (CLA) in primary schools.
Our Letterbox aim is to make all children ACE readers!
By improving their Accuracy
Developing their Comprehension skills
And Encouraging their love of reading!
The Letterbox Reading Programme is a free reading intervention developed by the Book Trust for children looked after that need extra support with their reading. All our Letterbox team are qualified Teachers with a range of experience and training.
Sessions are delivered in school on a fortnightly basis and last for 45 minutes to an hour. The focus in these sessions is to improve accuracy and comprehension and to help develop a love of independent reading. The programme is aimed at children who are in year 3 or above and beyond a phonics level of reading.
Every month, children will receive a free Letterbox parcel of books, games and stationery for them to take home and keep.
Letterbox is NOT HOMEWORK! It is an opportunity to develop a love of reading through play, discussion and exploration.
We currently have Letterbox Coordinators working in schools across Hull and East Yorkshire. If you would like more information or would like to refer a child then please contact our Senior Letterbox Coordinator Amy Mercer at a.mercer@hull.ac.uk
Letterbox is supported by Hull Virtual School, Hull University, East Riding Virtual School and The Angus Lawson Memorial Trust.