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Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading this year Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading this year
January 6, 2026 • 5 min read

Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading this year

January has a funny way of making us feel like we should be doing better. Better routines. Better habits. Better evenings. Preferably starting immediately, with colour-coded charts and boundless motivation. And reading often gets swept up in that energy. Do…

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How to keep kids reading all summer (without a battle)
July 17, 2025 • 4 min read

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

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What is phonics?
May 20, 2024 • 13 min read

What is phonics?

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Tips on choosing books
May 20, 2024 • 17 min read

Tips on choosing books

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Helping children learn to read
May 20, 2024 • 8 min read

Helping children learn to read

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How to keep the momentum going during the summer term! How to keep the momentum going during the summer term!
April 15, 2024 • 2 min read

How to keep the momentum going during the summer term!

Keep reading going in the hectic summer term with just 10 minutes a day, inspiring book choices and relaxed read-aloud moments you can both look forward to.

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Settling into a new school year
September 15, 2023 • 2 min read

Settling into a new school year

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