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  Text Drivers information and how to subscribe

  A resource to support a text-driven English curriculum in the primary years. 

  • Over 300 texts listed with notes on themes, grammatical features, possible writing opportunities and cross-curricular links.

  • A valuable tool for selecting texts to drive learning journeys.

  • Organised under headings for ease of reference – Novels, Picture Books, Non-Fiction, Poetry, Heritage, Shakespeare, Traditional Tales, Short Story Collections, EYFS, Myths and Legends, Films.

  • Searchable for grammatical terms, topic areas etc. 

  • Available as a downloadable resource to allow for regular updates.

  • Subscription for 2026/27: £32, payable annually.

  • Please note: VAT will apply to all above rates (for non-Hampshire maintained & external schools only).

  How to subscribe

  If you would like to take out a subscription, please see HIAS Text Driver subscription. Once your application has been processed, we will be in touch to advise your school's login details.

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