The CILIP Carnegie Medal is the UK's most prestigious children's book award - it is the gold standard in children's literature. Each year, students across the UK decide which book should receive the award by reading those nominated and voting for their favourite.

Ten members of our reading group, who call themselves 'The Reading Rebels', have joined forces with Bishop Auckland Town Hall Library to take part in the Carnegie project. The initiative has been organised by Year 12 student, Daniel W, our Academy librarian, with support from Mrs Wright and Miss Howard.

The students, who are in Years 7, 8 and 9, have been visiting the library each week to read and discuss the nominated books and review them on the official blog. The competiton offers a fantastic opportunity for students to read some of the best new literature available for young people, whilst developing their skills in debate and critical analysis.

The most recent session took place in our own library. The Reading Rebels were joined by Sharon Carrick, one of the Librarians who has been working with our students during the Carnegie reading visits. We would like to thank Bishop Auckland Town Hall Library for their support.