School holidays are a welcome pause in the rhythm of the year, for educators and children alike. But as much as we all need the break, it can also mean a pause in reading routines, particularly for children without easy access to books at home.
The good news? Even small steps can make a big difference. Research shows that when children have access to books during holidays, they’re more likely to maintain, or even improve, their literacy skills. And it doesn’t take a structured program to make it happen. A few stories, shared with warmth, can go a long way.
At Super Cheap Books, we’re passionate about helping early childhood educators support families over the break with affordable, accessible books that spark joy and connection.
Why Holiday Reading Matters
For young children, consistent access to books supports language development, imagination, and confidence. But school holidays can create a gap for little ones who may not have books at home.
When reading is part of a child’s everyday life—even during breaks—it helps reinforce the skills they’ve worked hard to build.
Simple Ways Centres Can Support Reading at Home
Here are a few small but meaningful ways to encourage reading during the holidays:
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Create a Holiday Lending Library: Let children choose a few books to take home for the break. Use a simple sign-out system or trust-based approach.
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Share a Fun Reading Log: Try a visual tracker where children can draw their favourite story or colour in a star for every book read.
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Send Home a Story Pack: Add a short note with ideas for how to read the book together, like reading aloud or acting it out.
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Gift a Book to Each Child: Many centres already gift a book at the end of term. Choosing high-quality, affordable books makes it easy to continue the tradition.
Make it Easy and Affordable
We know centres are busy and budgets are tight. That’s why our collections are:
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Packed with beautiful, 32-page picture storybooks
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From $3 per book when bought in sets
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Delivered with flat-rate shipping Australia-wide
Our mission is simple: to help educators share the joy of reading with every child, without the stress.
A Small Gift That Lasts
You don’t need a formal literacy program to make an impact. A single story can do more than you realise.
Whether you gift a book, recommend one to families, or simply talk about your favourite picture books with the children in your care, you’re building a lifelong love of reading.
And that’s something worth carrying into every school holiday.
Want help choosing books to send home? Explore our latest book packs for centres here: SCB Book Packs
