Blog Starting School
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Books to Ease Those Back-to-School Anxieties
Whether they’re starting Nursery or Year 7, it’s completely normal for your child to feel nervous as September approaches.
We’ve put together a list of reassuring books to help show your child that despite feeling…
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The Best Back-to-School Essentials
Check out this list of our best back-to-school essentials to make sure your young learner is prepared for the new school year.
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Starting School | Top Tips for Teachers
We understand that starting school is an exciting but nerve-racking time for children and, as a teacher, you’re looking for the best ways to support them during the transition. That’s why we asked teachers what their top…
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Starting School | Top Tips for Parents
We understand that starting school is an exciting but nerve-racking time for children and, as a parent, you’re looking for the best ways to support them during the transition. That’s why we asked parents and educators what…
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How can you help your children Shine as they return to school?
Sarah Asuquo, teacher & author of Shine, writes about how to help ease children’s anxieties in the back-to-school period.
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Your favourite authors and illustrators pick the best books for starting school
We spoke to some of your favourite authors and illustrators to find out what books they’d recommend for children starting school in September. Whether your child is nervous about making friends or struggling to build…
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The best books for building friendships
Celebrate International Friendship Day on 30th July 2023
Making friends is an important part of growing up and although it can feel challenging for some children, our comforting books on friendship show them that… -
Top tips for starting secondary school
Starting school is an exciting but nerve-racking time, and with secondary school applications underway we understand that you and your child may be thinking about the transition and looking for some guidance. Whether your…