Toucan Reads

21/02/2026

I've been a bit quiet lately re reading but I'm still your local book lady

Are you a nursery or school stuck for World Book Day ideas?

Then let me help you get ready for the 5th March

Did you know Toucan Reads in partnership with Usborne can help provide creative learning WBD packs and they work out at just £3 a bag💥💥💥

If this is something you are interested in just comment YES below or get in touch and I can come show you examples

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15/02/2026

15/02/2026

Get ready to boost your child's confidence with a heartwarming story through Toucan Reads in partnership with Usborne

Celebrate all the things that make us different in this sweet, thoughtful story. For children who begin to compare themselves to others around them, this reassuring story will remind them to be happy just being themselves.

😊 Discover what makes you YOU
📖 Features interactive holes and characterful illustrations
❤️ Promotes empathy and self confidence

15/02/2026

Gentle ways to help with Children's mental health and wellbeing through reading and books.

Connect and read together with Toucan Reads in partnership with Usborne

09/02/2026

Talking about mental health doesn’t have to be scary 💛

Small, everyday conversations can help children feel safe, understood and supported.

Swipe for 5 simple ways to start talking about feelings with little ones ➡️

03/11/2025

22/10/2025

Join this interactive adventure...if you dare!

Get ready for heart-pounding chases beneath the full moon, mysterious figures lurking in the woods and fun picture puzzles to solve in this spooky adventure where every choice you make leads to new twists and turns.

🐺 YOU decide where the story leads
🎲 Features a dice-based system where what you roll decides your fate
📖 Perfect for reluctant readers and playing with family and friends

🛒 Shop now: https://usborne.com/gb/werewolf-wood-9781836041030?partnerCode=10068918&utm_campaign=katysymon&utm_source=partner-store&utm_medium=link-share

💬 What's your favourite spooky season tradition? Comment below!

20/10/2025

📖👶 Join us for special story times this WordFest! We will be reading fantastic fantasy themed stories!

For children aged 0-5 and their grown ups!

- 20-31 October
- Airedale, Castleford, Featherstone, Hemsworth, Horbury, Normanton, Ossett, Pontefract, Sandal, South Elmsall, Stanley and Wakefield Libraries
- Timings vary, see attached posters

Please note some events require booking, visit: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wakefield-libraries/e-mqyjyv



Wakefield Council Wakefield Museum Our Place Wakefield Wakefield Mumbler Friends Of Castleford Library - FOCAL Friends of Stanley Library - FOSL The Friends of Sandal Library Butterflies Family Hub - Normanton Sunbeam Family Hub - Lupset Stanley Family Hub - Wakefield Havercroft Family Hub - Havercroft Kendal Drive Family Hub - Castleford Pomfret Family Hub - Pontefract The Castle Family Hub - Sandal

20/10/2025

Are you ready for a spooky surprise?

Move the sliders back and forth to see and hear all the endearing beasties come to life in this delightful Halloween sound book!

👻 Packed with interactive features that combine sliders and sounds
🎃 An irresistible novelty book
🎁 A perfect gift for young children at Halloween

🛒 Shop now: https://usborne.com/gb/slider-sound-books-boo-9781805076704?partnerCode=10068918&utm_campaign=katysymon&utm_source=partner-store&utm_medium=link-share

💬 Would you rather dress up as a witch or a wolf? Tell us in the comments!

19/10/2025

Looking for the perfect Halloween gift?

Discover the magical world of Sticker Dolly Dressing and get ready to meet witches and wizards in this delightful sticker book.

🧙 Includes shiny stickers for that extra sparkle
🧪 Packed with over 200 stickers
🐈‍⬛ Discover a range of mystical scenes

👉 Shop now: https://usborne.com/gb/sticker-dolly-dressing-witches-and-wizards-9781835409350?partnerCode=10068918&utm_campaign=katysymon&utm_source=partner-store&utm_medium=link-share

💬 If you were mixing a magic potion, what power would it bring you? Tell us in the comments!

19/10/2025

Still time to get Halloween books for the kids

ORDER going in

Let me know if you would like anything

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19/10/2025

So many lovely books at the moment 🤗

Grab some fantastic gift ideas 💥

🆓 Local delivery or collection

Thanks for supporting local 🫶

Link in the comments 👇👇👇