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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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David Appleyard
Learning to read games: fun ideas for home that actually help
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Learning to read games: fun ideas for home that actually help

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Making the most of the May half-term holidays: reading activities for children
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Making the most of the May half-term holidays: reading activities for children

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Language development in early childhood: what to expect and how to help
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Language development in early childhood: what to expect and how to help

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Year 1 phonics screening check: 2027 parent guide
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Year 1 phonics screening check: 2027 parent guide

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How to teach kids phonics: a practical guide for parents
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How to teach kids phonics: a practical guide for parents

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What age should a child read fluently? A realistic guide for parents
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What age should a child read fluently? A realistic guide for parents

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Why is reading important for children? The case every parent should know
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Why is reading important for children? The case every parent should know

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Reading with your child: how to make the most of it at every stage
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Reading with your child: how to make the most of it at every stage

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Reading for pleasure: why it matters and how to foster it at home
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Reading for pleasure: why it matters and how to foster it at home

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What is prosody in reading? A guide for parents
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What is prosody in reading? A guide for parents

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Share a Story Month: the magic of reading together
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Share a Story Month: the magic of reading together

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