25 awesome Aussie picture books for children
There are so many brilliant picture books for children but I especially love reading Australian books to my three. We have an amazing amount of talented authors and incredible illustrators here in...
View Article7 ways to be an ‘engaged’ school parent (and how your child will benefit)
Many parents would think that parent engagement at school means doing time on the P&C, volunteering at school fetes, helping at the canteen or perhaps with occasional reading support in the...
View ArticleMem Fox’s 10 reading commandments
I beg you all to read superb books aloud to your children! Begin on the day they are born. I am very serious about this: at least three stories and five nursery rhymes a day, if not more, and not only...
View Article13 books to read to children who worry
We all know about the many benefits of reading to children. We know how it promotes brain development, sparks their imagination, develops early literacy skills, increases their communication and social...
View Article10 easy ways to develop a young child’s vocabulary
Did you know that vocabulary growth helps kids think and learn about the world and is directly linked to their overall success at school? If your child is struggling with reading, research suggests...
View Article5 signs your child might have dyslexia
Dyslexia in children is typically identified during their early years of schooling and it comes in all shapes and sizes and looks different for each person. We’ve compiled a helpful list of signs to...
View Article7 fun ways to encourage reading comprehension
“Wow you read that beautifully!” My second grade teacher said. I beamed with pride, knowing I had read the story with perfect fluency, pausing at full stops and commas as well as using expression. “So...
View Article9 ways to encourage a child to love reading
Has there ever been a better time to be a young book lover? The diversity and volume of children’s books is staggering. There is something in print for every reading level and every possible interest,...
View ArticleTop 10 best books for babies from birth to 18 months
Reading to babies plays a crucial part in developing their language and literacy skills. But with so many books on the market, finding something that will be a hit with your baby can prove a...
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5 easy ways to build your toddler’s vocabulary
Our son has finally taken a giant leap with his speech development. He is a sponge ready to soak up, repeat and remember every word he sees and everything he experiences. It’s an exciting time in his...
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