At the heart of Booktime is the belief that reading with your children is a vital experience to help them develop and grow to love stories.

'Reading with our children is a way of having a very special conversation with them.'

Michael Rosen portrait

 

 

 

 

 

 


Michael Rosen, Children’s Laureate 2007-09

 

  • Interactive Games

    Harry and his dinosaurs love playing games - here are their favourites for you to join in with
    Discover Booktime Games

  • Top Tips for Family Reading

    New ways to enjoy reading with your child
    Read more about top tips

  • Children's Book Week

    Children's Book Week will take place from 5-11 October 2009. This year's theme is Words and Pictures.
    Read about Children's Book Week

  • Best Book Guide

    Download our free Best Book Guides and find out about our favourite children's books for all ages.

    Download a free guide

  • Michael Rosen on Poetry

    The Children's Laureate explains why poetry is still magical for today's children.
    Read more from Michael Rosen

  • Recommended Reads

    'It can be difficult to know which books are going to be suitable.'
    Discover recommended books