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David Appleyard

David has over a decade of experience in early years and reading as a school governor and EYFS lead. He's spent 20+ years working in online education for Envato and Design Shack, teaching creative and technical skills to millions (and managing a team of educators).

He's also taught two boys to read from scratch — and remembers exactly how bewildering the early stages can feel. He knows this journey from both sides of the fence.

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What is systematic synthetic phonics (SSP)?
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What is systematic synthetic phonics (SSP)?

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Phonics sounds A-Z: a complete guide for parents (+ free flashcards)
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Phonics sounds A-Z: a complete guide for parents (+ free flashcards)

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Spring into reading: how to celebrate the start of spring with your child
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Spring into reading: how to celebrate the start of spring with your child

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How is phonics taught in UK primary schools? A guide for parents
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How is phonics taught in UK primary schools? A guide for parents

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Reading dates and literacy events: the UK family calendar
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Reading dates and literacy events: the UK family calendar

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World Book Day: last minute (onesie) costumes & ideas
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World Book Day: last minute (onesie) costumes & ideas

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Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading in January
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Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading in January

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Christmas and advent reading traditions to make the season magical
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Christmas and advent reading traditions to make the season magical

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Bright ideas for Bonfire Night: spark imagination through reading
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Bright ideas for Bonfire Night: spark imagination through reading

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Spooky stories and reading fun this Halloween
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Spooky stories and reading fun this Halloween

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World Teachers’ Day: celebrating the teachers who spark a love of reading
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World Teachers’ Day: celebrating the teachers who spark a love of reading

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