This survey represents the preferred accessing methods for childrens' books in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2017. The preferred format is printed books, with 76 percent of the respondents claiming they prefer the printed versions of books (i.e. paper- or hardback). Only nine percent say that they prefer a tablet or Kindle over the printed version. 15 percent state that they have no preference and that they prefer both formats equally.
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Harris Interactive. "What Is The Preferred Method for Your Child to Access Their Story Books?." Statista, Statista Inc., 1 Mar 2017, https://www.statista.com/statistics/754954/childrens-books-accessing-methods-uk/
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