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

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Kickstart the summer term: boost your child’s reading at home
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Kickstart the summer term: boost your child’s reading at home

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Celebrating Mother’s Day: making memories with reading
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Celebrating Mother’s Day: making memories with reading

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Reading Chest is back!
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Reading Chest is back!

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What is phonics?
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What is phonics?

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