Research

There is much research that backs up and supports the intent behind Book in a Box and we know more schools are using evidence and research to back up their intent. We have gathered some of the most relevant and helpful research below.

 

EGMONT Reading for pleasure 2002 findings

 
Clark and Rumbold, 2006 - There is a growing body of evidence which illustrates the importance of reading for pleasure.



Clark and Douglass, 2011 - Evidence suggests that there is a positive relationship between reading frequency, reading enjoyment and attainment. If children cannot read for betterment, they will struggle to access the curriculum.



Scottish Book Trust - Touchstone research has proven the phenomenal statistic that whether or not a child enjoys reading is more important to their educational success than their family background. Reading for pleasure is the single most important indicator of a child's future success.


National Literacy Trust - Children and Young People's Reading in 2023


University of Cambridge - Reading for pleasure early in childhood linked to better cognitive performance and mental wellbeing in adolescence



The EEF Guide to Pupil Premium
 

EEF - Improving Literacy in KS1
 

EEF - Improving Literacy at KS2 
 

EEF - Improving Literacy in Secondary Schools


Mary Myatt - Text as the beating heart of the lesson 


Mary Myatt - Using stories in the curriculum