Children come alive when they’re exploring the things they’re passionate about. From superheroes and football to cooking, dancing and dinosaurs – every word counts.

The National Year of Reading 2026 is your chance to help your child discover new worlds, grow confidence and build a lifelong love of reading – all through the moments you already share everyday. It was launched in Scotland in January 2026 by The Queen and is led by the National Literacy Trust.

The Scottish Book Trust offer advice to parents on encouraging reading to their children. Some of their key events throughout the year include:

• Reading Schools Week (February)
• Bookbug Week (May); and
• Book Week Scotland (November).