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.

David Appleyard
Celebrate Black History Month: explore stories of courage and culture
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Celebrate Black History Month: explore stories of courage and culture

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Cosy up with Reading Chest this autumn
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Cosy up with Reading Chest this autumn

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Ahoy matey! Bringing Talk Like a Pirate Day to life with reading activities
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Ahoy matey! Bringing Talk Like a Pirate Day to life with reading activities

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Whizzpopping ways to celebrate Roald Dahl Day
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Whizzpopping ways to celebrate Roald Dahl Day

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How to keep kids reading all summer (without a battle)
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How to keep kids reading all summer (without a battle)

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Stories that spark creativity: fun ways to mix reading and art for Children’s Art Week
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Stories that spark creativity: fun ways to mix reading and art for Children’s Art Week

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National Writing Day: using reading to spark children’s writing
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National Writing Day: using reading to spark children’s writing

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Make Father’s Day about stories, not just socks
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Make Father’s Day about stories, not just socks

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New! Printed certificates now included in your book packs
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New! Printed certificates now included in your book packs

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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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Reading and mental health: supporting children’s wellbeing
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Reading and mental health: supporting children’s wellbeing

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