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Countdown to the KS2 SATs: week three

May 1, 2023

Advice for parents and carers on how you can help make your child’s KS2 SATs revision fun (yes, really).

Countdown to the KS2 SATs: week two

Apr 17, 2023

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 one

Apr 11, 2023

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

Mar 8, 2023

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.

How to help your child with mental arithmetic

Jan 30, 2023

Building confidence in maths early on will pay back many times over. Get tips for developing your child’s mental arithmetic skills.

Oxford Children’s Word of the Year 2022: Queen

Jan 17, 2023

Queen is the Oxford Children’s Word of the Year 2022. Find out about children’s evolving use of language and analysis from Oxford University Press.

Fun books with maths

Aug 31, 2022

Lots of fun book ideas that introduce key maths concepts for children to read at home.

Animal Themed Picture Book Ideas

Jul 14, 2022

Lots of animal themed picture book ideas for you and your child to enjoy this summer, with our top recommendations for ages 2+.

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...