Show pupils what you love to read and spark spontaneous book chats with this staff reading door poster. This poster helps make reading visible in school and reminds everyone that reading looks different for everyone.
Why it works
When adults share their reading lives, it helps pupils see reading as social, varied, and enjoyable. The poster helps start real conversations about books and normalises reading as part of everyday life.
How to use it
Print the Staff Reading Door Poster and fill it in with your own reading habits. Add what you read for work, on holiday, or when you’re relaxing. Include where you find recommendations and when you read most often.
Encourage staff to update their posters regularly so displays stay fresh and relevant. You could also use the posters across departments or staff rooms to spark new conversations about reading.
Next, talk about your poster with pupils. Invite them to ask questions such as:
- What made you choose that book?
- Do you like fiction or non-fiction more?
- What’s your favourite time to read?
Finally, invite pupils to suggest titles for you to try. This helps build connection and shows that reading recommendations can go both ways.
Display and discuss
Put the poster on your classroom or office door. Use it as a daily conversation starter and a way to celebrate different reading tastes.
You could also:
- Create a shared staff display wall
- Invite pupils to make their own mini posters
- Link your posters to your school’s Reading for Pleasure Audit
Use of World Book Day resources
These resources are free to use for schools, early years settings, libraries, charities, and community groups celebrating World Book Day. Commercial organisations must have a partnership or licence agreement in place before using World Book Day assets. If you are interested in working with us, please contact partnerships@worldbookday.com.