Make someone laugh challenge

Poet Joshua Seigal has a challenge for you - watch his video to find out more. Read more

Dog Training for Kids

Can you find out how to train your dog to perform tricks and make your family laugh? Read more

Can you make everyone laugh by taking some clever photos and writing some funny captions? Read more

Can you find out how to make your family laugh with weird and wonderful hand shadows? Read more

Can you find out how to make up and deliver your own jokes? Read more

Can you find out how to perform stand-up comedy and make everyone laugh? Read more

Become a volunteer reading helper

Fill in our simple application form here.
What we need from you

Find out more about what's involved in being a Coram Beanstalk volunteer.
Frequently asked questions

Here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions by potential volunteers.
What you get from volunteering

Find out more about the benefits of becoming a Coram Beanstalk volunteer.
Our approach

Find out more about how we work and our approach to reading support.
How we can help

Hear from a partner school and find out more about our approach to improving your pupils' reading ability and confidence here.
Thank you for applying to be a Beanstalk reading helper
Literacy charities join forces

On 1st November 2017 Reading Matters merged with the national children’s literacy charity Beanstalk.
Story Starters training

Our early years programme offers a unique approach to equipping adults in your setting to help children develop all six crucial pre-reading skills plus the communication, concentration and confidence they need to ‘catch the reading bug’. Read more about how our unique programme Story Starters can help you ensure that children start their primary education ready to be taught to read.
Our Senior Leadership Team

Our Senior Leadership Team is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the charity.