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02 Mar

Getting Kids Reading, Give the gift of reading

Why poetry is good for kids’ reading

March 15, 2022
By Géraldine Grandidier

When my son Emile was young he was really good at writing poetry. I think he liked reading poetry because they were short and sweet. As...

07 Feb

Getting Kids Reading, Give the gift of reading

Valentine’s Day and the gift of reading

February 22, 2022
By Géraldine Grandidier

Do you buy Valentine’s day gifts for your kids? It’s a question that’s brought divided opinion on the parenting website Netmums. For s...

17 Nov

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Children’s books and empathy

February 22, 2022
By Géraldine Grandidier

Ever since I can remember I’ve loved reading. As I kid I couldn’t wait to open a book so I could be transported to new places, meet dif...

07 Sep

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What are your kids’ books worth to you?

February 22, 2022
By Géraldine Grandidier

This week we’ve been doing some decorating at home and it’s made me think about why we hold onto our kids’ books whether they are class...

28 Jun

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Do your kids read to dogs, cats or other pets? Why your pet is a secret reading helper

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

You may have noticed some cute pictures of kids reading to dogs in a local library or even at school. Well, it’s not just cute, it’s a...

26 May

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National Volunteers Week – celebrating the small acts of kindness

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

This week is National Volunteers Week 2021 (1-7 June) It's a celebration to say 'thank you' for the hard work of the millions of people...

11 Jan

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The importance of reading and how to help your child develop a love for reading

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

As parents we want our children not just to read but to develop a love for reading. We are delighted to welcome guest blogger, mum and...

24 Nov

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Oh baby! Why little ones love books sooner than you think

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

I love chatting to customers when they phone to order a bookcase because I get to hear who they’re buying for and how old the children ...

13 Jan

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Why it’s smart to keep your kids off the phone

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

It’s not easy being a parent. A couple of weeks ago a friend admitted the only way she can have an uninterrupted conversation with her ...

11 Nov

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The Christmas gift your 2 year old will love (no batteries required!)

August 3, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

Do you know what present you’re buying your two-year-old for Christmas? Are you stuck for ideas for something memorable and meaningful?...

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