How schools can get involved

By taking part in the Stockport Children’s Book Awards, your school will get:

  • a copy of each of the shortlisted titles (9 in total) with the opportunity to order more copies from Stockport Libraries
  • resources to help your staff excite students about the shortlisted books
  • bookmarks to promote the awards
  • the chance to arrange virtual author visits for your pupils
  • the opportunity to crown your ‘Reader of the Year’, and be invited to the grand prize-giving ceremony at Stockport Town Hall
  • the chance for your children to see democracy in action as they vote for their favourite title
  • the chance for all pupils to enter the art competition to win their height in books!
  • a public display of pupils’ art across Stockport locations
  • a free silent disco experience in your school
  • tickets for the Stockport Children’s Book Award ceremony

There's a fee of £80 to enter your school.

Registration for the 2026 Book Awards is now open. Schools can register to take part. Make sure you get the latest updates and announcements by emailing childrensbookaward@stockport.gov.uk to join the mailing list.

You can still take part if you're not from a school. Just speak to a member of staff at any of our libraries.