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Meet our characters

Fun activities and events!

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Activities and events

Fun activities and event for children of all ages!
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Fun stuff

Fun websites and games for children
Rhyme of the month

Rhyme of the month!

View the BBC's rhyme of the month
parents, teachers and carers

Parents, carers and teachers

View BBC Bitesize for learning resources
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Read to the beat

Sign up to this years Summer Reading Challenge

Reading

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Read our fantastic Children's books!

Wonderful stories for Children of all ages
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When a book might help

Learn about when a book may help your child
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National reading year

The National Year of Reading 2026 is a UK-wide campaign designed to inspire more people to make reading a regular part of their lives.