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How gardening can cultivate your child’s maths skills

Science writer Isabel Thomas shares her top five tips for cultivating maths skills in the garden, no matter how big or small your green space and green fingers.

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Book of the Month: Kitty and the Twilight Trouble

To celebrate the publication of the brand-new Kitty book, we have a bundle of books to give away! (February 2020)

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Half-term and Halloween activities for kids this Autumn

Looking for fun things to do with the kids this half-term? We’ve created a list of easy crafts, Halloween games and more.

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Roald Dahl Day 2022!

An extra-usual talent Few writers have left such a gloriumptious legacy as Roald Dahl. His books continue to delight and inspire children (and adults) across the world, making lifelong impressions on readers through their wit, originality and underlying warmth. From the magical absurdism of James and the Giant Peach to the outrageous villainy of The […]

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Talking about Climate Change at home

Advice and guidance on how to start talking to your child or children about climate change at home, with practical ideas and suggestions.

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5 top tips to keep reading at home

It's more important than ever to keep your child reading at home this term and over the summer holidays. Camilla Macoun shares her tips.

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Brilliant picture books: 22 beautiful books for children under 5

Wendy Cooling MBE has selected her favourite illustrated books to help you introduce your child to the wonders of stories and storytelling.

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Fun things to do outside this autumn

Here are seven ideas for things to do outside with your child this autumn, courtesy of author Julia Green and the Woodland Trust. Read more >

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Science for fun – six super science activities to try at home

Six super science activities to try at home from Isabel Thomas. Bake a solar system, design a marble run, and sculpt with sugar!

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Five easy Easter activities to do at home

Whether you want to create a traditional Easter egg hunt or enjoy some family reading time, we’ve got an egg-citing host of activities for you to choose from.

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Christmas activities for 5–7 year olds

Whatever the weather this Christmas, you’ll find an activity here to suit your child. Wrap up warm and go out for a winter scavenger hunt, or stay inside and play party games with our range of festive activity ideas.

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Book of the Month: Read with Oxford comic books

Win two Read with Oxford comics, full of fun characters and engaging storylines – from sneaking past ticklish octopuses to getting cuddly bumbles home for tea.

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Maths is everywhere!

Maths expert Louise Pennington shares her advice for developing your child's maths skills during school closures by exploring maths in the real world.

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Summer reading 2023: Read anywhere and everywhere you can this summer!

From island adventures to stories about twin detectives, here’s our list of favourite children’s books to read this summer.

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Using music for social and emotional development: Family activities from Amani Project

We’re working with Amani Project to help you make music and make change this summer! Get involved and complete the weekly activities to earn badges and find out more about Amani Project’s important work combining the power of music for children’s social and emotional development all around the world.

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