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Explore our resources

“If you want to give a child an unfair advantage, read with them” Explore our resources
Become a volunteer

“Being a reading helper has given me something to look forward to every week” Become a volunteer
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"Reading is for everyone"
Company support

Dylan and Sam set the challenge!
Make someone laugh

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

Can you find out how to train your dog to perform tricks and make your family laugh?
You Can Take Amazing Photos

Can you make everyone laugh by taking some clever photos and writing some funny captions?
Fun Hand Shadows for Kids

Can you find out how to make your family laugh with weird and wonderful hand shadows?
How to be an Unstoppably Amazing Comedy Genius

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

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.
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.
Our Senior Leadership Team

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

Our Board of Trustees hold decades worth of high-level experience which they use to govern Coram Beanstalk and direct our strategy.