Young people's website
We know that young people are passionate about reading and words. We know this because we have spoken to hundreds of young people as part of our Fulfilling their Potential project. We want young people to be able to share their reading and writing passions with their friends.
So we are launching a new website. What goes on the website (and what it’s called) will be down to young people.
We plan to make the most of web 2.0 technologies - blogs, podcasts, videocasts, RSS feeds, tagging, webchats, and the like – to create new reading communities and a social network for anyone aged 13 and over. Young people will be able to create their own pages and get involved with reading in all its forms – be that manga, audio, poetry, computer games, plays or lyrics. The website will also host quizzes, competitions, news, author interviews and advice on reading and creative writing. Any young person can use the site – and it’s free.
What’s in it for grown ups, you might ask? Well adults who work with young people are also being consulted on what the website should contain (and what it should be called). When it is up and running libraries and schools will (in return for a users’ licence fee) be able to create their own young people's reading spaces. They will also get advance notice of content, support on how to make the most of their virtual space, and access to events, booklists and reading activity ideas.
We are very excited about this project. Watch this space for updates.