How to help your child with mental arithmetic
The start of a new term is a great time to think about ways you can help your child with their schoolwork. One key area you can really help your child with, whatever their age, is mental arithmetic. Mental arithmetic is being able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in your head and to solve […]
Book of the Month: Ways to Say I Love You
Ways to Say I Love You By Madeleine Cook, illustrated by Fiona Lee Love can be a word or a hug. It can be a shared experience or activity, a helping hand or a simple wave goodbye. This beautiful picture book shares the idea that love is expressed differently, by many different people but that it […]
World Book Day 2023
Isadora Moon Half-fairy/half-vampire, Isadora is the perfect quirky costume for younger children. Download our free costume guide for our tips on dressing up as Isadora or one of her quirky companions. For Isadora, you will need: The Breadwinner Deborah Ellis The Breadwinner is the bestselling story about Parvana, a girl living in war-torn Afghanistan, who must […]
Book of the Month: Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Dive into a magical underwater world in this brand-new series featuring Isadora Moon’s mermaid friend, Emerald. Isadora fans will love exploring a new corner of her magical world in a story that represents blended families and encourages being yourself. Emerald and the Ocean Parade By Harriet Muncaster Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid […]
Inspiring Middle Grade Books: titles to celebrate Women’s History Month
As March marks both Women’s History month and International Women’s Day, we’ve put together a list of our favourite reads which feature strong and inspirational female lead characters. Perfect for any young readers looking for compelling stories to move and engage them. The Breadwinner Deborah Ellis The Breadwinner is the bestselling story about Parvana, a girl […]
Learning activities for toddlers
Fun Activities for 0-3s Home » Activities for kids » Fun learning activities for 0–3-year-olds Fun learning activities for 0–3-year-olds There are so many games and activities you can do with your child to have fun together and get them developing important skills, such as speaking and listening and developing hand-eye co-ordination. We’ve pulled together our top five ideas […]