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Learn to read with Peter and Jane!
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Learn to read with Peter and Jane!
Sun Oct 15

Key Words with Peter and Jane is a classic Ladybird series, which was first published in 1964. It has taught generations of children to read all around the world. Sixty years on, a new generation of children can learn to read with Peter and Jane!

Melissa Mackey
Editorial Manager, Ladybird Education
Practical tips for Handwriting with the help of Peppa Pig
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Practical tips for Handwriting with the help of Peppa Pig
Mon May 15

Learn about the handwriting process and explore some practical tips for Handwriting with the help of Peppa Pig.

Sheilagh Blyth
Learning from the Everyday . . .
Articles, Blog
Learning from the Everyday . . .
Tue Feb 28

The ‘Learn with Peppa’ series of books provide a fantastic resource and starting point for young children to explore vital concepts in learning. But it is also equally important that this is supplemented by real everyday experiences.

Jan Dubiel
Top tips for practising reading, writing and number skills at home
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Top tips for practising reading, writing and number skills at home
Tue Aug 23

There are many fun ways to support your child’s learning and build on the work they’re doing at school or nursery! Let’s look at some easy and effective activities that you can do at home to boost your child’s reading, writing and number skills.

Catherine Baker
Educational Publishing Consultant
Tips and Tricks to Help Motivate New Readers
Activities, Articles, Blog
Tips and Tricks to Help Motivate New Readers
Tue Nov 16

From reading outdoors to creating a personalised bookmark, these ideas are designed to help motivate new and young readers. 

How to Use Key Words for Back to School Reading
Articles, Blog
How to Use Key Words for Back to School Reading
Tue Sep 7

Introducing the most frequently used words in the English language to children is a wonderful starting point to help them read confidently. Here’s how to use the Ladybird Key Word series to ease their journey back to school.

How to Practise Phonics at Home
Articles, Blog
How to Practise Phonics at Home
Thu Jul 29

Discover how to use the new Actiphons series to help little readers on their first steps in phonics through to fluent, independent reading.

Using Reward Charts to Build Confidence When Reading
Activities, Blog
Using Reward Charts to Build Confidence When Reading
Wed May 26

Using reward charts while reading is a great way to help foster a reader’s sense of accomplishment and confidence. Here are some easy ways you can use them to motivate children on their reading journey. 

How to Start a Book Club at Home
Activities, Blog
How to Start a Book Club at Home
Mon Apr 19

A book club is a wonderful way to make reading a regular and fun activity. Here’s our five-step guide to starting your own, at home.