Mathew Tobin

Mat was a primary teacher and school leader for many years before becoming a senior lecturer in Primary English and Children's Literature. He continues to work closely with school practitioners and pupils with a particular focus on raising standards in English. He is passionate about promoting the importance of Reading Teachers and the Reflecting Realities agenda and teaches these areas at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. Mat is often invited to chair discussions and deliver keynotes around Children's Literature, and is involved in various book-judging panels. His own research interests include exploring the relationship between Children's Literature and landscapes and the pedagogical potential and benefits of a locality-based curriculum.