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November 29, 2025 • 3 min read

Christmas & advent reading traditions to make the season magical

Christmas has a way of slowing us down—at least a little—and giving us more chances to curl up with our kids and a good story. Here are some simple, genuinely do-able ways to weave books into your family’s festive season.

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November 1, 2025 • 4 min read

Bright ideas for bonfire night: spark imagination through reading

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October 24, 2025 • 4 min read

Spooky stories and reading fun this halloween

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October 3, 2025 • 4 min read

World Teachers’ Day: thanking the teachers who spark a love of reading

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October 1, 2025 • 4 min read

Celebrate black history month: explore stories of courage and culture

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September 29, 2025 • 4 min read

Celebrate libraries week: discover, read and imagine together

Celebrate Libraries Week with your child by diving into new stories, joining a cosy storytime, and letting their imagination run wild at your local library.

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September 18, 2025 • 2 min read

Cosy up with Reading Chest this autumn

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September 11, 2025 • 3 min read

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

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September 10, 2025 • 3 min read

Whizzpopping ways to celebrate Roald Dahl Day

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July 17, 2025 • 4 min read

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

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June 29, 2025 • 3 min read

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

This Children’s Art Week, turn story time into doodle time with easy, no-pressure ideas that help kids understand books better and feel proud of their creations.

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