For families
As a parent, you are your child's first teacher. It's so important to fill their world with words, and chat, play and read with them - whenever and wherever.
We have lots of useful tips, guidance and free activities for parents, to help you support your child's literacy development as they grow.
Things to do
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Words for Life songs and rhymes
A list of songs and rhymes that your little one will love hearing again and again and joining in with the actions.
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Small Talk shopping trip hunt
A trip to the supermarket can help your child learn new words and objects. Play this game with your child while you’re out shopping together.
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Book lists
Discover new and exciting books for your baby and young child with these eight book lists.Learn more
Things to download
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Literacy and wellbeing top tips
Download our tips for parents on using reading and writing to improve children's wellbeing.
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Spot the Dog interactive leaflet
Brings story time to life with plenty of tips for making reading fun.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid comic strip
Your children can design their own three-panel Zoo-Wee-Mama comic strip, inspired by those in the Wimpy Kid books.Learn more