With back-to-school season right around the corner, it’s never too soon to stock up on learning toys and gadgets that help make the transition that bit smoother. LeapFrog has got you covered with an exciting range of educational tools that turn homework hassles into engaging, interactive play. From high-tech gadgets to captivating books, their lineup is designed...
Libraries Unlimited launches ‘Libro’s Friends’ adventure across Devon and Torbay
An exciting new early years reading programme with stickers to collect has been launched in libraries across Devon and Torbay, aiming to inspire a lifelong love of reading.
Libro’s Friends is an extension of Libraries Unlimited’s hugely successful The Secret Book Quest, which was launched in...
Manor Green Primary Academy in Denton recently held its first “Book and Bagel” morning, aimed at fostering family engagement and promoting a love for reading among young learners.
Every Tuesday morning, Manor Green Primary School warmly invites early years families into the classroom for a special "Book and Bagel" session. The morning provides an invaluable opportunity for parents...
In a recent survey commissioned by early years publisher Ladybird, more than 1,000 parents shared their thoughts about reading with their children, revealing that alongside many known developmental benefits, enjoying quality time together and nurturing the parent and child bond was one of the most important aspects for the participants.
Ladybird Launches Engaging and Interactive Book, Just in Time for the King’s Coronation!
Ladybird is thrilled to introduce a colourful new page-turner this spring, the interactive lift-the-flap adventure, The King’s Crown . Ready to royally inspire little readers, the engaging story book will help little ones join in with the magic of the King’s Coronation through vibrant illustrations and a...
Learning to read is an essential skill for children. It helps them access knowledge and opens up a world of possibilities for them. But teaching a child to read can be a daunting task for many parents. Especially if your child doesn't already have a love of books and prefers other kinds of play.
Fortunately, there are many resources available to help parents guide their children in...
Reading Eggs are the best eggs! Give the gift of learning this Easter with Reading Eggs
The Easter holidays are filled with chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. An eggciting alternative to traditional Easter eggs, a subscription to online learning program Reading Eggs makes for an entertaining and educational gift.
Reading Eggs is a perfect Easter gift for children aged 2-13. The...
Clock up the miles this Easter, and into the Summer term, in Schoolreaders Race for Reading and you will help more children leave primary school able to read well.
The 80-day virtual Around the World challenge runs until June 19th 2023. Set your distance, go it alone or with friends, family, your sports’ club or book group, and commit to walk, run, cycle, swim or even walk a dog to...
As reading attainment rises in schools, reading for pleasure continues its sharp decline To mark World Book Day 2023, the charity is calling on teachers, carers and parents to ensure that reading for pleasure [1] is encouraged as much as reading attainment, in and outside of schools.
While reading was the only core subject which saw attainment levels improve in 2022, (at Key Stage 2, 75% of...
Winning entry will be turned into a book and read as a CBeebies Bedtime Story
Singer and children’s author Tom Fletcher is giving his backing to Blue Peter’s latest competition offering budding young writers a money can’t buy prize.
The Amazing Authors competition, run in partnership with The Reading Agency and BBC Arts, opens for entries from Friday 27th January and asks young...
