Reading 2 Smile

A library of over 1K reviews of books by kids for kids.
Promoting reading for pleasure & inspiring young readers to discover new books they'll enjoy :)

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We’re ‘All In’! #GoAllIn2026
Checkout reading inspiration by kids for kids #readingforpleasure

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Who's ready to #GoAllIn2026 and see how reading in all its forms can unlock more of what you love? As lead delivery partner for the National Year of Reading, we’re calling on you – your communities and schools, businesses, authors and friends - to join us! https://t.co/VOt8eQGiYe

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One Amazing Story by @apaintedmouse @simonkids_UK
Enjoyed by 2 year old Laurie "Me and my mummy did counting when we read it together and I liked practising my numbers."
https://t.co/sadFUTgs2S

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Reposted with new jacket artwork

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Ridiculous Raps and Rhymes by @MrMCGrammar and @MichaelRosenYes reviewed by 8 year old Ben
https://t.co/iKJHFBKZLt

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Ridiculous Raps and Rhymes by @MichaelRosenYes @MrMCGrammar with illustrations by @TheMikeByrne @simonkids_UK
Reviewed by 8 year old Ben who's requested a rap about a farting cow please guys!! no pressure...
https://t.co/yFnUXEXfxK

[Tom Tolkien @tomtolkien]

Recommended reading books for children in KS2 Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 in primary school. Great choices and recommendations for parents and schools. #amreading #sltchat https://t.co/BiaWwAdoSV

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@Reading2Smile is proud to be a pledge partner with the National Literary Trust’s #GoAllIn2026 #NationalYearofReading campaign

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Recently updated on School Reading List: Children’s Writing Competitions.
https://t.co/H561r40DqE

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@mattfoxwriter Glad you are happy with Mia’s feedback. Hopefully she will inspire other children who are skeptical about reading to try your story. Thank you for sharing 🙏

[Matthew Fox @mattfoxwriter]

The reviews you live for always come from non-readers: here's Mia, age 9, reviewing THE LOVELY DARK for UK blog @Reading2Smile.

THE LOVELY DARK is out in 🇺🇸 and 🇨🇦 on 4/21. If you have a reluctant reader in your life, this might be the book…
#thelovelydark #reluctantreaders

[Tom Tolkien @tomtolkien]

Free to download PDF reading list for Year 5 – perfect for promoting #ReadingForPleasure or holiday reading challenges. Includes titles by Peter Bunzl, Lucy Strange, Michael Rosen & more.

📥 Download here: https://t.co/bB7hHnrQ7a

#EduTwitter #TeachersOfX

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How to Do Paris with One Leg by @EllaRoseDove @MacmillanKidsUK
'I think people who are interested in disabilities or like guinea pigs would like this book.' Ben aged 8
https://t.co/tEoXNm6FpJ

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Saanvi's first review for @Reading2Smile was
The White Giraffe by #LaurenStJohn @HachetteKids

She shared her excitement with us when she read her review on our website. We can't wait to read more of her kids' book reviews.

https://t.co/eMQCNiXVjk

[National Literacy Trust @Literacy_Trust]

Inspiring a new generation of readers: incredible schools leading the way.

From author visits to booknics and podcasts, schools across the UK are finding creative ways to spark a love of reading.

Read more in The Guardian 👇

https://t.co/h2fOYW2BSm

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Storm (aged 10) is an absolute cracking reviewer who’s a voracious, adventurous reader – willing to try anything that she sent by us.
Hopefully you’ll be inspired to try some of the books she has enjoyed reading.
https://t.co/7uquruj6fe
#ReviwerOfTheMonth🏆 #readingforpleasure

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Glowing feedback, shared by a parent about the positive impact on literacy their daughter’s involvement in our free reading for pleasure project is having. Any child aged 2-17 is welcome to join our inclusive online reading community https://t.co/sQGifo0MiV
@frankcottrell_b

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Thank you @Reading2Smile @BooksUpNorth for sending this incredible book! Radhika loved reading and reviewing it.

@JennyWriteMoore @maverickbooks

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'She begins to realise chosen family can be just as important as blood family' says Amelia, aged 14, whose full review can be read via the link below
https://t.co/YR9Xx3ldni
An original story by Lisa Heathfield featuring YA characters in foster care #teenfiction
@Go_All_In_2026

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Dragon Girl and the Awakened Flames by #JennyMoore
"Heartrending, action-packed and exciting, this book has all emotions interlinked together like the scales of a dragon" says Radhika, aged 10
https://t.co/lR7QS7Gyb1
@Go_All_In_2026 #readingforpleasure #kidlit #BookReviews

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Monster Down Deep reviewed by Storm aged 10 years
https://t.co/kRe7ydoZYJ

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A Very Happy Ramadan by @a_reflective @scholasticuk
Reviewed by 6 year old Zaki
https://t.co/yxGoFwI6ZD #Ramadan #PictureBooks #readingforpleasure