How to Promote Reading Habits at Home

Brown Bear, brown bear, what do you see? By Bill Martin Jr. A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck--all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly coloured collages. Combined with Bill Martin's singsong text, they create unforgettable images of these endearing animals.

We all want our children to be successful in life, and one of the best ways to help them achieve this is to encourage them to develop reading habits at home. Reading opens worlds of opportunity for children and helps to foster a lifelong habit (and love) of learning.  Looking for classroom activities and lesson […]

5 Ways for Primary Readers to Get the Most of Your School Library

The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L Holm book cover and description

Think about the last time you went to your local library. What did you do? Most likely, you picked up a few books and maybe even browsed the internet. But what if we told you that school libraries are so much more than just places where you can borrow books? Many libraries are now offering […]

6 Ways to Develop a Reading Culture in Your School

The Nowhere Emporium by Ross MacKenzie book cover and description

Reading culture in schools matters because it helps to create well-rounded individuals who can think critically and analytically. When learners are exposed to a wide variety of reading materials, they can develop a better understanding of the world around them. A recent study by the National Endowment for the Arts found that students who read frequently are […]