In 2021 CBCA Book Week will run from August 21-27. Book Week. Every year, we encourage schools and libraries to inspire children everywhere to love reading for fun. 2020 CBCA Shortlist Resources We love seeing photos of your CBCA Book Week activities and celebrations and try to share as many as possible via social media. For more information see our Cookie Policy. Keep up to date on all our latest news and updates on where the money goes. Click on a State or Territory below to find out more about Children’s Week celebrations near you: The Children’s Week National Theme for 2020 is UNCRC Article 15 – Children have the right to meet together and join groups and organisations as long as it does not stop other people from enjoying their rights. A diverse range of events and activities are organised at National, State and Local levels. Children’s Week 2020 will be held between 24 October – 1 November 2020. Find out more about the impact that the coronavirus pandemic is having on the mental health and aspirations of UK children and how you can pledge to support them. In 2020, Children’s Book Week will enjoy two dedicated weeks of celebration! Click ‘Change Settings’ to choose which types of cookies to keep off. The theme for CBCA Book Week 2021 will be announced at the conclusion of CBCA Book Week 2020. In exercising their rights, children have the responsibility to respect the rights, freedom and reputations of others. Join us May 4-10 and November 9-15. Book Week Scotland 2020 will take place 16-22 November. We use Strictly Necessary cookies to make our website work, Analytics Cookies to understand how our website is used and to help us assess the performance of our email campaigns. "In light of the impact of COVID-19 on our members and stakeholders, the CBCA has postponed CBCA Book Week 2020 to term 4 at a date to be announced," they wrote. The Children's Book Council of Australia has announced that Book Week will not go ahead in late August this year due to COVID-19. 802052 in England and Wales and SC039557 in Scotland. NEWS: The Fall 2020 celebration (November 9-15) will feature some exciting new resources to connect kids with books and reading at home. These focus the attention of the wider community on children, their rights and achievements. Children's Book Week is an annual celebration of reading for pleasure for children of primary school age. Our 2020 Appeal Show is happening on the 13th November! Whilst you wait, be sure to relive all the highlights from last year’s incredible show here, Find out how we will use your information in our BBC Children in Need privacy policy or contact us at [email protected]. Children’s Week is an annual event celebrated in Australia held around the fourth Wednesday in October. A fantastic opportunity for extended teaching o n any of your favourite children's books! You can hold your celebrations at whichever time fits … We use Advertising Cookies to assess the performance of our advertising and these cookies share information about your use of our site with us and our providers. There are no set dates for Children's Book Week. In exercising their rights, children have the responsibility to respect the rights, freedom and reputations of others. See our FAQ page for more information on how to join the celebration!. This year CBCA Book Week runs from 17 to 23 October and the theme is Curious Creatures, Wild Minds.. For more information on CBCA Book Week see our website HERE. For some fabulous free resources see our website HERE. The Children’s Week Council of Australia is responsible for encouraging and supporting the widest possible participation of all States and Territories in Children’s Week. If you click ‘Accept All’ all these types of cookies will be switched on. This year, 2021, marks the 100th Anniversary of Children's Book Week. The Children’s Week National Theme for 2020 is UNCRC Article 15 – Children have the right to meet together and join groups and organisations as long as it does not stop other people from enjoying their rights. Registered charity no. Could YOU hold a special book week near you? Each year across Australia, the CBCA brings children and books together celebrating CBCA Book Week. Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across the country. Celebrate Children's Book Week. Children’s Week celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. BBC Children in Need is the BBC's corporate charity. CBCA Book Week Resources. Your web browser is not fully supported by BBC Children in Need, so parts of the website may not function correctly. During this time schools, libraries, booksellers, authors, illustrators and children celebrate Australian children's literature and you will often see children's book character parades and talented librarians creating amazing displays. Our providers may combine it with other information which they may use for their own purposes. We exist to change the lives of children and young people across the UK. Click here for terrific free resources created by the CBCA and our partners to help you make the most of your CBCA Book Week celebrations.