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“Come Read with Owl is a magical place where every child discovers a lifelong love of reading, guided by trusted Usborne books and a friendly owl who makes every story an adventure.”

A book can be fun and still have a place in school. 📚I think children should enjoy the books they read.But when you're c...
21/08/2026

A book can be fun and still have a place in school. 📚

I think children should enjoy the books they read.

But when you're choosing books for a school or nursery, they also need to have a purpose.

A book that supports a topic you're teaching.

A book that helps develop reading skills.

A book that sparks questions, conversation and curiosity.

And, importantly, a book that makes a child want to pick it up.

Because supporting reading development doesn't have to mean taking the enjoyment out of reading.

The best books can do both.

What makes a book a good choice for your school or nursery?

What if their love of games could lead them to books? 🎮📚Not every child is going to reach for a traditional storybook.An...
19/08/2026

What if their love of games could lead them to books? 🎮📚
Not every child is going to reach for a traditional storybook.
And that's okay.
Sometimes the way into reading is finding a book that connects with something they're already interested in.
Game books can be a great option for children who love puzzles, challenges, characters and gaming.
They can make picking up a book feel familiar and fun.
And once a child finds a book they enjoy, you never know where that might lead.
Because reading for pleasure starts with wanting to pick up the book.
If you're looking for ways to encourage children who aren't naturally drawn to books, I'd love to hear what you're finding works in your school or nursery.

What kinds of books get your children excited about reading?

Schools and nurseries have to make every pound count.But when we're talking about children having access to books, I don...
17/08/2026

Schools and nurseries have to make every pound count.
But when we're talking about children having access to books, I don't think a tight budget should mean they miss out.
Every child deserves the chance to discover a book they love.
A story that makes them laugh.
A character they can't stop thinking about.
A book they can't put down.
That's why I'm passionate about finding affordable ways for schools and nurseries to get more books into children's hands.
Because the budget might be tight. The ambition for children's reading doesn't have to be.

What if helping children read more starts with helping them find a book they can't put down? 📚Reading for pleasure isn't...
11/08/2026

What if helping children read more starts with helping them find a book they can't put down? 📚
Reading for pleasure isn't about making children read because they have to.
It's about finding the stories, characters and subjects that make them want to keep turning the pages.
That moment when they say:
“Can I read one more chapter?”
That's what we're looking for.
And that's why I believe getting more books into children's hands matters.
Because sometimes, finding the right book is all it takes to start building a love of reading.

What was the book you couldn't put down as a child?

No matter the budget, every child deserves a book. 📚Schools are trying to do so much with so little.They know how import...
10/08/2026

No matter the budget, every child deserves a book. 📚
Schools are trying to do so much with so little.
They know how important reading for pleasure is. They know some children don't have books at home. And they know every pound has to be carefully considered.
But that doesn't change what children deserve.
A chance to discover a book they love.
A story they want to read again.
A book of their own.
Tight budgets shouldn't mean those opportunities disappear.
There are affordable ways for schools and nurseries to put more books into children's hands.
And that's exactly why I'm passionate about helping them find those opportunities.
If your school is trying to get more books into children's hands without stretching the budget, I'd love to hear from you.

Send me a message and let's have a chat.

Looking for a simple way to keep children reading over the summer? ☀️📚Reading doesn't have to feel like homework.This Re...
01/08/2026

Looking for a simple way to keep children reading over the summer? ☀️📚
Reading doesn't have to feel like homework.
This Reading Bingo sheet is a fun way to encourage children to explore different types of books, whether they're reading in the garden, on holiday or curled up on the sofa.
The aim isn't to complete every square.
It's to help children discover new stories and keep reading for pleasure throughout the summer.
💛 Which square do you think would be ticked off first in your house?
📌 Save this post for the holidays or share it with someone looking for reading ideas.

Why this book means so much to me... 📚There are lots of children's books I enjoy, but this one has a special place in my...
31/07/2026

Why this book means so much to me... 📚
There are lots of children's books I enjoy, but this one has a special place in my heart.
Grandpa Frank's Great Big Bucket List didn't just make me smile.
It reminded me of my dad.
As I read it, I could picture him getting up to exactly the same kind of mischief with my son. Those moments made me laugh, but they also made me realise just how precious those memories are.
That's one of the things I love most about children's books.
They're not just stories.
They help children imagine, laugh, ask questions and create memories that stay with them long after the final page has been turned.
That's why I believe every child deserves access to books they'll want to pick up again and again.
Have you ever read a children's book that reminded you of someone you love? I'd love to hear which one. ❤️

How does a Sponsored Read actually work? 📚After yesterday's post, I thought it might be helpful to explain what a Sponso...
30/07/2026

How does a Sponsored Read actually work? 📚
After yesterday's post, I thought it might be helpful to explain what a Sponsored Read actually involves.
The good news? It's much simpler than many schools expect.
Here's how it works:
📖 Children read over an agreed period.
💛 Friends and family sponsor their reading.
📚 The money raised helps your school earn free books and rewards.
What I love most is that it's about so much more than fundraising.
It encourages children to discover the joy of reading, gets families involved, and helps schools put more books into children's hands without stretching already tight budgets.
If you've been looking for an affordable way to encourage reading for pleasure, a Sponsored Read could be well worth exploring.
📩 If you'd like to know more about how it works, send me a message. I'd be happy to chat it through with you.

Think a Sponsored Read is too much work?It's one of the biggest misconceptions I hear.I completely understand why.School...
29/07/2026

Think a Sponsored Read is too much work?
It's one of the biggest misconceptions I hear.
I completely understand why.
Schools are already doing so much with tight budgets and busy staff. The thought of organising another event can feel like one more thing on an already overflowing to-do list.
But a Sponsored Read is designed to support schools, not create extra pressure.
It's a simple way to encourage children to enjoy reading, involve families and earn free books and rewards for your school.
If you've dismissed the idea because you thought it would be too much work, I'd love to show you how straightforward it can be.
📚 Send me a message if you'd like to find out more about running a Sponsored Read in your school.

Reluctant reader.For a long time, I thought my son just wasn't interested in books.The truth was, he still loved stories...
21/07/2026

Reluctant reader.
For a long time, I thought my son just wasn't interested in books.
The truth was, he still loved stories. He just enjoyed them more when I read them.
That made me realise something I've never forgotten.
Sometimes children aren't avoiding books.
They're avoiding the feeling of struggling.
It's a small shift in perspective, but it changes the question we ask.
Instead of:
"Why won't they read?"
We can start asking:
"What would help reading feel easier and more enjoyable?"
That question has shaped everything I do.
💙 Have you ever looked back and realised your child was trying to tell you something in a different way?

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