Posts by Géraldine Grandidier
04
Jul
I’m all about finding ways to encourage children’s reading so I was intrigued to hear about an American research project that created a...
04
Jun
Less is more (and, yes, it might cost a bit more)
Last night I was sitting reading a book and I realised my sofa was 20 years old. It’s as comfortable as it was when I bought it and sti...
04
May
Original design classics… and sausages!
I love designs that help solve a problem or make life easier, and so I thought I’d also celebrate three iconic designs that made a big ...
04
Apr
The benefits of reading? This International Children’s Book Day author says books slow kids down
It’s always great to discover people who are as passionate about kids and reading as I am, so I was impressed with this brilliant Lithu...
19
Mar
Did you chose a literary baby name for your child?
Have you ever been so inspired by a book that you chose a literary name for your baby ? Apparently,
11
Feb
Is KonMari method (Marie Kondo method) for decluttering kids’ books realistic?
So who went a little declutter crazy last month? January is traditionally the time of year when many of us
09
Jan
I’ll have the burger – with a book on the side
I was interested to see that in December the restaurant chain Frankie & Benny’s ran a ‘No Phone Campaign’ to
04
Dec
Giving the gift of reading, from prison
“Shows I need to sit down and read more to my kids. Good to give to the kids and
20
Nov
What does “giving the gift of reading” mean at Beanstalk?
For us, giving the gift of reading goes beyond giving somebody a book for Christmas. Because what is the value
13
Nov
Giving the gift of reading. Why a book is extra special at Christmas
I love getting books as gifts at Christmas. My husband, Matthew, and I always buy each other books so I