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Calling all budding writers! 2021 sees the return of Falkirk Libraries short fiction competition The Writing Rammy.

The Writing Rammy is open to all ages, from 5 to 105! Taking part couldn't be easier; just write a short piece of fiction or poetry on a theme of your choice.

We're encouraging the whole family to have a try. In fact, we are setting the families in the wider Falkirk area a direct challenge: get as many members of your family to write a story as you can and send them in. You could claim our special Family Rammy prize at our award ceremony in November!

Check our What's on page for upcoming creative writing workshops for adults and families.

About the Writing Rammy

Our panel will choose a winner and runner up in each of the following categories

12 and Under

13-17

18+

Family Rammy (best family entry)

Winners will be announced mid-November and invited to a special prize giving ceremony during Book Week Scotland on Thursday 18 November, 2021.

Family Rammy

For a chance to scoop our Family Rammy prize, get together with the other members of your family and each write a story or poem and send in your entries together. We want everyone to take part - mums, dads, grannies, uncles, big brothers, cousins... the whole family!

But seriously, Family Rammy entries don't need to involve lots of people - it can involve as little as one entry from and adult and one entry from a child in the same family.

Previous Winners

Visit our Library Love Falkirk blog to check out the previous winning entries.

How to enter

Simply send your entries to our dedicated email address, with your contact details to

WritingRammy@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

Or typed entries can be handed into any library in the Falkirk district by 3pm on Saturday 31 October

Your entry should clearly state your name, age, address, telephone no. and email address

The word limit is 250 words if you are 12 and under, or up to 500 words if you are 13 and over.

The competition opens on the Monday 31 August and the closing date is Saturday 31 October.

Terms and conditions for the Writing Rammy can be found here, or are available to view in our libraries.

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With libraries across the Falkirk area and 24/7 online access, a Falkirk Community Trust libraries membership means you're never far from a world of entertainment and information. We have a packed children's program and events for all ages. Contact us at libraryevents@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

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Calling all budding writers! 2021 sees the return of Falkirk Libraries short fiction competition The Writing Rammy.

The Writing Rammy is open to all ages, from 5 to 105! Taking part couldn't be easier; just write a short piece of fiction or poetry on a theme of your choice.

We're encouraging the whole family to have a try. In fact, we are setting the families in the wider Falkirk area a direct challenge: get as many members of your family to write a story as you can and send them in. You could claim our special Family Rammy prize at our award ceremony in November!

About the Writing Rammy

Entries will be judged by a panel of library staff and a winner and runner up will be chosen in each of the following categories

Winners will be announced mid-November and invited to a special prize giving ceremony during Book Week Scotland on Thursday 18 November, 2021.

Family Rammy

For a chance to scoop our Family Rammy prize, get together with the other members of your family and each write a story or poem and send in your entries together. We want everyone to take part - mums, dads, grannies, uncles, big brothers, cousins... the whole family!

But seriously, Family Rammy entries don't need to involve lots of people - it can involve as little as one entry from and adult and one entry from a child in the same family.

How to enter

Simply send your entries to our dedicated email address, with your contact details to

WritingRammy@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

Or typed entries can be handed into any library in the Falkirk district by 3pm on Saturday 31 October

Your entry should clearly state your name, age, address, telephone no. and email address

The word limit is 250 words if you are under 12, or up to 500 words if you are 13 and over.

The competition opens on the Monday 31 August and the closing date is Saturday 31 October.

Terms and conditions for the Writing Rammy can be found here, or are available to view in our libraries.

Please read the rules before submitting your entry.

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Libraries are one of the few places you can go that's free! You can borrow up to 30 books, or just come in to study, read or use a PC.
Study
Most of our libraries have space where you can study at a table. We have lots of exam guides. Visit the library catalogue to search for a guide. Our Libby app, has hundreds of digital magazines that might help with school projects, including The Week current affairs magazine and New Scientist.
Read
Libraries have dedicated Young Adult fiction sections in our libraries as well as a huge graphic novel collection. If we don't have it, talk to the library staff and we'll see if we can get it for you.

We're hoping to start a teen reading group in 2022. If you're interested, drop your details to libraryevents@falkirkcommunitytrust.org and put teen group in the subject.

Not sure what to read? Check our catalogue lists or download the Scottish Book Trust Bookzilla app, designed by young people, for young people.
Use library PCs
If you're over 12, you're welcome to use a library PC once you've signed our Acceptable Use Policy. You will need to be a library member, so you'll need a parent to act as a guarantor by signing your membership form and showing their ID.
Pass your Driving Theory Test
Practice the theory and hazard perception elements online for free. Theory Test Pro contains all the official test questions licensed from the DVSA, the people who set the tests.

If you're a library member, head to the Theory Test Pro website to create your free account now.

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Formal school visits resume after the October break 2021. Libraries are just getting back to normal after an extended period of closure and do not have the capacity for formal class visits until after this date. We appreciate your patience.
Schools and nurseries get a warm welcome at the library. Read on to find out how your local library can assist you and your class with library visits, borrowing, eResources and more.

Can I bring my class to the library?

Yes you can. Please get in touch with your local library to organise a class visit.

We will always do our best to accommodate you, but please do give us notice. We need to make sure we have sufficient staff and preparation time to ensure your pupils have the best possible experience.

What benefits does a library visit bring?

A library visit opens a door to a range of different stories and experiences. Reading a book, or hearing a story that's told through another's eyes, promotes empathy and offers insight into different lives and points of view. The chance to browse library shelves encourages independence and gives young people a chance to explore their own interests.

What activities can the library help with?

Setting up class library cards

Talks about how the library works

Storytimes

Regular visits to borrow and return books

Support for the First Minister's Reading Challenge (https://www.readingchallenge.scot/)

Family talks for parent-accompanied visits

Bookbug primary 1 or explorer bag presentations

We can also visit schools to participate in events such as reading days and parent information sessions.

Can my class borrow books from the library?

Yes. We can organise a class ticket for you. This allows your class to hang onto books for longer and without any library fees. It also lets you easily manage your pupils' loans. We ask only that the books remain in school for class use and that they are returned before the end of the school year, at the very latest.

If any of your pupils are already library members, and you are able to notify parents in advance, the young person can bring their own library card to check out books that they can then take home with them.

What physical resources do libraries have?

Your library has a range of fiction and non-fiction titles for all ages and abilities. We have a stock of dyslexia friendly titles and books for reluctant readers.

There are books that can help with class projects, that cover difficult subjects and our Reading Well range of mental health and wellbeing titles.

As we aim for a broad selection of books, individual libraries do not stock multiple copies of a title. If you require class sets, we advise you contact Falkirk Council's Learning Resource Service, who have wonderful class packs and resource boxes.

If you are visiting to research a class project, let us know well in advance and we will do our best to gather books on a particular topic for you.

Can I join the library personally?

Even if you don't live in the local area, staff at local educational establishments can join our libraries with a personal library account. This enables you to borrow up to 30 items and you'll also get access to our Libby app that has hundreds of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for adults, teens and children.

Can pupils visit the library independently?

We hope young people will visit us outside of class.

Anyone can come into the library to read or study, you don't need to be a library member

Libraries have a full range of exam and study guides, information books and local history resources for school projects

For borrowing books, under 16s can join the library, but they need a parent or guardian to co-sign their membership form

Library PCs can be used by any member over the age of 12. Under 12s need an adult with them.

Does the library have eBooks and digital resources?

Yes! Our Libby app has hundreds of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for adults and children. Download the app from your app store and enter your library card and PIN to start borrowing immediately!

Our selection of eMagazines, in particular, is great for class time. Check out Storytime National Geographic (Kids and Adults versions), The Week and New Scientist.

Find out more about Libby on our library catalogue

See the range of titles on the Libby Overdrive website https://falkirkuk.overdrive.com/

NOTE: This resource is separate to Borrowbox which is offered by Falkirk Council's Learning Resource Service and available through GLOW. If you have questions about Borrowbox, please contact the Learning Resource Service.

Are there other library activities schools can get involved with?

Yes! There's lots happening in libraries throughout the year and there are some great events you can encourage your pupils to engage with.

The Writing Rammy is our annual creative writing competition that's open to everyone. We have prizes for different age categories and hold a celebration during Book Week Scotland. The competition begins in September. You can see some of the previous entries on our Library Love Blog.

The Summer Reading Challenge helps youngsters to keep up the reading habit during the summer break. Primary age children read six books over at least three visits to the library and claim rewards along the way. We always send information to schools about the Challenge just before school finishes up, so you can help by spreading the word. We also encourage you to ask your class if they took part and to bring in their finisher's medals and certificates to show their class.

Book Week Scotland is the annual celebration of books and reading in Scotland and includes library visits, author events and more. Keep your eyes peeled in November for this.

Regular library clubs take place throughout the school year in evenings and at weekends. These include Chatterbooks, Lego Club and Code Club. Check our Groups and Activities page.

Contact us

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please email libraries@falkirkcommunitytrust.org.
If your question is about a specific library or visit, please contact that library directly. See a list of our libraries.

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Formal school visits resume after the October break 2021. Libraries are just getting back to normal after an extended period of closure and do not have the capacity for formal class visits until after this date. We appreciate your patience. Schools and nurseries get a warm welcome at the library.