Advice for parents on how your child can best prepare for KS2 SATs, including lots of revision tips and ideas.
Countdown to the KS2 SATs: week two
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Countdown to the KS2 SATs: week one
Advice about how you can help your child to do their very best in the KS2 national tests, and how the assessments can be approached so that they’re a positive experience for everyone involved.
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.
Book of the Month: Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Win copies of Emerald and the Ocean Parade, about a mermaid princess who doesn’t feel like one at all. Suitable for children aged 5-8 (March 2023)
Book of the Month: Ways to Say I Love You
Win copies of Ways to Say I Love You, a warm picture book that explores how we express love. Suitable for children aged 2+ (February 2023)
Book of the Month: The Worry Jar
Win copies of The Worry Jar, a heart-warming and confidence-building story. Suitable for children aged 2+ (January 2023)
Book of the Month: Cosy Christmas Book Bundle
Win copies of our cosy Christmas book bundle in our festive give away (December 2022)
Book of the Month: The Friendship Bench
Win copies of The Friendship Bench, the perfect returning to school read. Suitable for children aged 2+ (September 2022)
Fun books with maths
Lots of fun book ideas that introduce key maths concepts for children to read at home.
Book of the Month: Martha Maps it Out
Win copies of Martha Maps it Out, and explore the world around you through maps. Perfect for children aged 2+ (August 2022)
Animal Themed Picture Book Ideas
Lots of animal themed picture book ideas for you and your child to enjoy this summer, with our top recommendations for ages 2+.
Summer reading for kids: recommended books
From island adventures to stories about twin detectives, here’s our list of favourite children’s books to read this summer.