All LNS students are encouraged to read widely as a way of improving their literacy, learning about the world and understanding themselves. We have a well stocked library of over 8000 books including resources carefully selected to support the curriculum as well as wide range of fiction and graphic novels to read for pleasure.
Students are able to use the library in their own time, before and after school, at break and lunchtimes. A range of curriculum areas use the library for resource based lessons and there are numerous activities offered throughout the year to encourage an enthusiasm for literature. The library is staffed by a full-time qualified librarian who is available to support students with homework and reading suggestions. Please do get in touch in you would like any advice or recommendations for books your son might like to read.
Angela Suter (Librarian)
Encouraging reading at home is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support your son in his learning. There are many excellent websites with advice on reading and book recommendations. Below are links to some of the best:
RSYPB Reading Gems
(click Above)
Our judging panel spent the best part of January and the whole of February in the library, analysing and assessing six books which made it onto the shortlist for this year’s Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize. Congratulations to Sheila Kanani, author of Can You Get Rainbows In Space?, who was announced as the 2024 winner at a ceremony which took place at the Glasgow Science Centre in March 2025. RSYPB stickers were worn with pride by the library's reading panel “judges” around school during the week of World Book Day. They told other students about their discussions and also provided details about the judging process.
It was agreed, by all who took part, that the books were colourful, attractive and informative with subjects (the Arctic, computer data, the human body) that were totally engaging and a good read – roll on next year!
World Book Day - click here
Love Reading 4 Kids website - click here
This site recommends books by age range and allows you to download and print off sample chapters to try. It is possible to sign up for a free monthly newsletter which is an easy way keep up to date with the latest children’s fiction.
Reading zone is a very accessible website which recommends books according to age range. It also has a free monthly email newsletter.
National Literacy Trust Website
The spinebreakers website focuses on is more demanding reads so is the perfect resource for older students or those who want to challenge themselves.
Book trust offers a wealth of advice on supporting reading at all ages from baby through to adult. This site is an easy way to find out about prize winning books and shortlists. Be sure to check out their excellent book finder function which suggests books by age range and theme.
