Gifts for book lovers at Christmas time
There’s 2 types of people in this world. Bookworms and the rest. I’m definitely on the side of the bookworm. As a child, I’d come in from playing with friends, saying I was bored because I wanted to read. I’d…
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Farm themed and animal books for children (chapter books)
As regular readers know, N isn’t the biggest fan of reading. Actually that’s probably an understatement. He’ll read out of school books for the purpose of his school reading daily requirements. But reading for leisure doesn’t happen. The only books…
What to try when kids can but won’t read
Most children are divided into 2 camps when it comes to reading. Those who are bookworms and always have their nose in a book, and those who just will not read (some might struggle, others can but just won’t read). …
How to buy books without breaking the bank
If you’re a bookworm, you might want to get hold of cheap books and cut down on your book spending. I love reading. I’ve always been a bookworm. (It’s why I’m sad that N isn’t a fan of reading –…
World Book day costumes for boys (and girls) who hate fancy dress
Some kids love dressing up. But others, like mine, aren’t keen. School dress up days seem to be prolific, although I think our school make it easy – sticking with wear a colour, wear pyjamas or sportswear – most of…
My reading habits and how to make time to read
I love to read, and always have done. It’s one of the reasons I despair at N not being that interested in reading himself. He loves books and having someone else read him a story, but I’m still trying to…
Books to inspire 7-11 year old reluctant readers
*Ad – gifted / contains affiliate links Mention World book day and many parents sigh with having to organise or make costumes (unless your child is like N who so far has refused to dress up each year). In our…
Encourage children to read with these top reading tips
Reading ability is such a key skill for children to enable them to progress well at school, it’s no wonder many parents worry about how their children are doing. I previously shared a comparison of the different reading levels and…
Fun alternative advent calendar ideas with Scholastic
Try an alternative advent calendar rather than traditional chocolate, with ideas from pimping your own candles to a book calendar
Primary school reading levels and book bands in Key Stage 1
When children start school the one thing that is the most confusing (other than where do all those lost jumpers and water bottles go?) is reading levels. Not the learning to read because the phonics system makes sense. But primary…
The very unique Book of Everyone review and giveaway
I saw the Book of Everyone featured on blogs last year and had it on my list of present ideas for people. Of course, then I forgot about it until the Book of Everyone asked me to choose a book…