Reading at Home

June 1, 2026 • 9 min read

How to keep reading momentum going during the summer term

Keep reading momentum strong during the busy summer term. Practical strategies to maintain progress and make reading feel fun, not another chore.

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May 28, 2026 • 5 min read

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

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May 21, 2026 • 7 min read

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

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May 12, 2026 • 7 min read

How to teach kids phonics: a practical guide for parents

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May 11, 2026 • 6 min read

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

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May 8, 2026 • 6 min read

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

Why is reading important for children? The evidence every parent should know — from vocabulary to empathy to academic outcomes.

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May 7, 2026 • 6 min read

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

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May 5, 2026 • 6 min read

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

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May 4, 2026 • 6 min read

What is prosody in reading? A guide for parents

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May 1, 2026 • 6 min read

What is guided reading? A guide for parents

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April 30, 2026 • 6 min read

Letters and Sounds: what it was and what replaced it

Letters and Sounds phonics explained: what the original DfE framework involved, its six phases, and what has replaced it in UK schools.

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