"To be able to sit and read with their family, and have that cuddly time on the sofa with them, itβs priceless."
Your donations to our #MagicOfBooks appeal help to support families at projects like Chomp in Brighton.
Here's the difference that makes:
"Itβs an intimate thing where you can sit with your kid and have a moment."
We loved hearing from Will about how visiting a Dads' Stay and Play and sharing stories has made a difference to him and his son β¨
Find out more and donate to share the #MagicOfBooks with more families:
Need a #SecretSanta gift?
Choose a present that means something: donate on behalf of someone else to our #MagicOfBooks appeal and share the joy of reading with a child who needs it.
You'll get a digital certificate to give to your Secret Santa pick! π
It's #ChristmasCardDay - but did you know you can buy your cards at Waterstones and support BookTrust?
They have a delightful range and are donating money from sales of their charity cards to share the #MagicOfBooks!
Just look for the BookTrust logo π
https://www.waterstones.com/category/stationery-gifts/stationery/cards/christmas-cards
If you're making the most of #CyberMonday, why not add an extra gift to your shopping list?
This year, we're sending 18,000 festive book parcels to children in care and at food banks.
Donate to share the #MagicOfBooks now and all year round β¨
It's #BlackFriday!
But if you're finding all the deals and sales and offers overwhelming, why not do something simple that will make a real difference to children who need the #MagicOfBooks the most?
Donate today to fill this festive season with the joy of reading π
Stories shape childhoods.
And they bring joy, comfort, and connection.
This #WorldChildrensDay, make a real difference by sharing the #MagicOfBooks with a child who needs it most β€οΈ
"Having these resources from BookTrust is so important for our community.β
Your donations to our #MagicOfBooks appeal will support families across the country to start their reading journeys.
Here's how it works at a dads' group in Brixton: https://www.booktrust.org.uk/resources/find-resources/booktrust-christmas-appeal-booktrust-helps-us-show-parents-how-important-they-are/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=christmas-2025&utm_content=mastodon-post-181125
Weβre all looking for a little magic at Christmas π«
Stories bring joy, comfort and connection. And you can help to share the #MagicOfBooks with the children who need it most.β―
Donate today to make a difference this Christmas - and beyond:
BookTrust
Maaike