Choosing ‘read aloud’ stories for Key Stage 1
Reading aloud to children is one of the most important things we can do and choosing the right books is vital. In this article we explore some of the ways to choose books that will help all children enjoy your Storytime sessions.
Spooky Books for Halloween
New releases and old favourites chosen to ensure that you have a spookily good time reading this Halloween.
Sharing the love for children’s picture books
A round up of gorgeous children’s picture books to love and cherish.
Are you sitting comfortably?
In this article we recommend approaches to promote reading aloud in your school. Compiled by the members of our Teachers’ Reading Group, each and every recommendation has been tried and tested in real schools. If you’re looking to put reading at the heart of your school, we think our post will give you some great starting points.
Focus on reading: hearing children read
Advice and guidance on getting the most from hearing children read. Suitable for teachers and teaching assistants, this article offers quick and easy advice to spruce up your reading practice.
Promoting a Whole School Love of Reading
In which I outline a range of approaches to help you promote a love of reading in your school. An essential read for teachers looking to improve: reading aloud, children’s engagement with reading, staff knowledge and love of children’s literature and much, much more.
Creating a reading school
A quick round-up of advice to help you promote books and a love of reading in your school.