Reading
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Phonics guide
Our essential guide to learning to read with phonics.
Reading schemes
Learn about the reading schemes, Levels, and Stages used at school.
Which Stage?
Find out which reading Stage or Level is right for your child.
Free eBook library
Take a look at our tablet-friendly eBooks, which include all of your child’s favourite characters from Biff, Chip and Kipper to the Project X Team.
Common issues
Struggling readers
Expert advice on how to tell if your child is a struggling reader, and tips to support them at home.
Reluctant readers
From ‘thinking outside the bookbag’ to reading for a purpose, get some great advice on helping reluctant readers get excited about books.
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Comprehension
Comprehension skills are essential in learning to read, and enjoying reading. Get tips on how to help your child.
Why read non-fiction?
Reading non-fiction allows children to learn more about the subjects they are interested in while developing core skills.
Build a reading den
Making reading dens with your child can turn reading a book into a special shared adventure.
Book recommendations
How to build a girl
Books to get boys reading
John Dougherty shares his top picks for books to encourage and inspire your son to read.
Picture books for older readers
Wonderful books that use spellbinding illustrations to introduce children to big ideas.
Non-fiction early readers
From Oxford University Press
