Vital Link is a reader development and adult basic skills initiative run by The Reading Agency and The National Literacy Trust. It aims to promote reader development work in libraries to support and motivate emergent adult readers. The Vital Link web site offers suggestions on books, non-fiction and fiction, that are suitable for Skills for Life learners.
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Take a look at Tenders Update March 2026 for an overview of the latest opportunities open to providers of services to the Essential Skills sector.
The newly published Curriculum and Assessment Review recommends the introduction of new level 1 preparation for GCSE qualifications for English language and for maths.
Take a look at Tenders Update November 2025 for an overview of the latest opportunities open to providers of services to the Essential Skills sector.
Check out the Skills for Life Network E-News Update November 2025 for a round up of what’s new and what’s happening in maths, English, ESOL and digital skills in the FE and Training sector.
Google Gemini Storybooks uses AI to generate online storybooks based on your prompts. The books include graphics and sound. It works in multiple languages and is free to use.
