Education

We are committed to enabling children to engage with the wonderful world of books in many different ways with the focus firmly on participation, imagination and creation.

Our main aims are to celebrate children's books in all their forms; to provide a world-class programme of authors to inspire children with their stories, ideas and thoughts; to support schools, pupils and teachers through the provision of a first-rate schools programme; and to collaborate with appropriate organisations in formulating an outreach and education programme to reach the socially disadvantaged and geographically remote.

We offer an unrivalled mix of author events, writing and arts workshops, free storytelling and a host of other fun free activities in a child friendly environment.

Outreach Programme

We understand that not everyone can make it to Charlotte Square in August, even with subsidised transport. In association with the Scottish Book Trust and Edinburgh Youth Services we take some of our visiting authors out on school visits during Festival season.

Please contact sara@edbookfest.co.uk for more information.

'The experience is very worthwhile and adds to the literacy curriculum in a unique way.'
Glendouglas Primary School, Roxburghshire

'A valuable educational experience for pupils who wouldn't get to meet authors otherwise.'
Doon Academy, Dalmellington

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