Books & Stories

This Augustus and his Smile assembly for primary schools introduces pupils to the importance of noticing the simple things that bring happiness and joy. Through story, discussion and reflection, children explore themes of gratitude, kindness and wellbeing, thinking about how beauty, friendship and nature can help us feel calm, positive and connected to the world around us. Suitable for EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

The River - Tom Percival The River by Tom Percival is the inspiration for this assembly and worship session. It focuses on the value of PERSEVERANCE and COURAGE. This assembly looks at how the changes in life can impact our feelings and be difficult to accept. We also look at the story of Abraham, who was asked to change his whole life by God. Suitable for EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2

Arlo, The lion who couldn't sleep - Catherine Rayner Arlo by Catherine Rayner is the inspiration for this assembly and worship session. It focuses on the value of FRIENDSHIP and TRUST. This assembly looks at the importance of listening to those around you and taking advice. Suitable for EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2

War Dog - Tom Palmer War Dog by Tom Palmer is the inspiration for this assembly and worship session. It focuses on the value of COURAGE and LOYALTY. This story is ideal for Remembrance but could be used at any time. It looks at the fact that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Suitable for all Key Stages

George and Sylvia - A tale of true love George and Sylvia by Michael Coleman is the inspiration for this assembly and worship session. It focuses on the value of ACCEPTANCE and LOVE. George and Sylvia are madly in love but cannot pluck up the courage to tell each other. After many attempts to change themselves, they make a startling discovery. Suitable for all Key Stages

Gary Gary by Leila Rudge is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of ACCEPTANCE and RESILIENCE. Gary was the same as the other racing pigeons in so many ways, but he had one important difference. Find out how Gary reacts to being different to his friends with this simple assembly and collective worship. Suitable for all Key Stages

The Day War Came by Nicola Davies is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of COMPASSION and KINDNESS. Use this simple assembly to look at the importance of treating others with kindness when they flee their homes. Play a game of musical chairs to think about what it might feel like to turn up at a new school and be told that there is not room. Suitable for all Key Stages

That's Not My Name That's Not My Name by Anoosha Syed is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of COURAGE and FRIENDSHIP. Use this simple assembly to look at the importance of loving yourself and having confidence in who you are (including your name!). Suitable for all Key Stages

'One Goose, Two Moose, Three Racoon, Four Baboon' by Kael Tudor is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of FRIENDSHIP and TRUST. Use this simple assembly to look at the importance of recognising that sometimes other people have better ideas than us, and that we should learn to accept them. Suitable for EYFS and Key Stage 1

The Girl at the Front of the Class by Onjali Q. Rauf is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of COMPASSION and FRIENDSHIP. Use this simple assembly to look at the importance of being kind to everyone, including those who join our schools and communities from away. Suitable for all Key Stages

Izzy Gizmo by Pip Jones and Sara Ogilvie is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of PERSEVERANCE. Suitable for EYFS and Key Stage 1

Too Much Stuff by Emily Gravett is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of APPRECIATION. Suitable for all key stages

The Squirrels who Squabbled by Rachel Bright is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of FRIENDSHIP. Suitable for all key stages

The Bowerbird by Julia Donaldson is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of PERSEVERANCE. Suitable for all key stages

One World by Michael Foreman is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of RESPONSIBILITY. Suitable for all key stages

Mixed by Arree Chung is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of EQUALITY. Suitable for all key stages

A Bus called Heaven by Bob Graham is the inspiration for this assembly. It focuses on the value of COMMUNITY. Suitable for all key stages