Reading helper Michael Dillon talks about his experience of using joke books, in response to Gill Worrall's blog "Why a joke book is more than just a stocking filler." Read more
Science fiction - do you love it or hate it? And if you're not a fan, does that mean you're less likely to share a science fiction book with your child? Gill Worrall our resources developer explores how exploring all sorts of genres with children is important - regardless of our own preferences. Read more
With Science Fiction Day on January 2nd, our Book of the Month and theme for January just had to be science fiction books! Love them or hate them, its important to offer children as many different reading materials as possible to help them find their own favourite genre! Read more
Our #BeanstalkBrilliant Book of the month for January is 'The Jamie Drake Equation' written by Christopher Edge and fits perfectly with our theme of science fiction books. Find out more about the book and how being opened-minded about the books we offer children, regardless of our own preferences, is important! Read more
December is the month of Christmas crackers so we've got jokes on our mind! Gill Worrall our Resources Developer, explores how jokes and riddles can be a useful tool in helping children with their comprehension! Read more
Our #BeanstalkBrilliant Book of the Month for December is 'The Ultimate Animal Joke Book' written by Sadie Gardner and our theme for the month is using jokes and riddles. Find out more about how books of jokes and riddles can really help a child's comprehension skills! Read more
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