What we’re about
Do you like listening to stories and exploring poems? Ever wish you could have a chat with the characters in your favourite novel? Shared reading could be just right for you. Drop in and see if you like it – it’s free, and there are no obligations.
Each week, the volunteer Reader Leader will bring a story and poem to share with everyone; these are read aloud either by the leader or by willing members of the group. We never ask anyone to read unless they’d like to. Everyone has a copy of the text so that they can follow it as it is read aloud.
Throughout the session, the group will pause to reflect on the story or poem, working out what’s going on together, sharing their thoughts about it, perhaps making personal connections to the literature. The Reader Leader encourages discussion, creating a safe space where members feel valued, encouraged and listened to.
