Coram Beanstalk

When a child becomes a reader they get the very best chance in life

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95%	of schools said their reading helpers helped children to increase their self-confidence and self-esteem

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Stupendous news from Roald Dahl for fans of bedtime stories!

A wondrous new collection of Roald Dahl inspired pyjamas and bedding for kids is now available at Very.co.uk. Better yet, for every sale from the collection, Very will donate all profits to Coram Beanstalk. Read more
Uniform and books giveaway event from Very and Coram Beanstalk!

Come along to a pop-up event in London on 17th August where our charity partner Very will be giving away uniform and books with some very special guests! Event details Date: Tuesday 17th August Time: 11:30am-4:30pm; celebrity hosts will be on-site from 12pm-2pm Location: Observation Point, 56 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PP Entry: Free entry, no need to book Read more
Coram Beanstalk joins BBC’s “Make a Difference Happy Heads” Local Radio campaign to champion volunteering to support children’s mental health

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Let them read what they want

Adults have a tendency to push children towards reading fictional chapter books because they think that is what 'readers' read. At Coram Beanstalk our experience has shown us that in order to become a 'reader' children need to own their reading experience. Read more
Why children who 'hate reading' might just like poetry!

Here's why poetry can be a great hook for children who don't like reading. Read more
Helping a child find their thing!

How can we help a child to find the book that really grabs them - and make our bookcase as varied as our fruit bowl? Read more