Introducing the 2026 assembly
This World Book Day 2026 school assembly PowerPoint helps you introduce World Book Day and its role in the National Year of Reading. Designed for students aged 11+, it provides a clear structure to explore reading, creativity, and shared reading culture. The presentation includes ready-to-use slides, a supporting script, and follow-up activities that can be used on the day or revisited later in the year.
Why it works
This assembly gives secondary students a clear, shared starting point for World Book Day. It supports discussion, reflection, and participation, while keeping the focus on reading for enjoyment. Moreover, the flexible format makes it suitable for different school contexts and time slots.
How to use it
Download the PowerPoint and adapt it to suit your students and setting. You can deliver it as a whole-school assembly or use sections during form time. The slides include optional links to YouTube videos from the 2026 authors and illustrators, which you can choose to include.
Get started
Download the assembly and review the slides in advance. Decide which sections to use and where to pause for discussion or classroom activities. The presentation works as a standalone assembly or as the starting point for wider World Book Day activity.
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.