blue read me blog banner 31st Mar 2026

Empowering Early Writers: Transforming Picture Stories into Independent Expression

Picture stories are a brilliant starting point for young writers. In this blog, we'll cover how you can transform picture stories into independent expression.

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Red pencil blog banner 26th Mar 2026

EYFS Fine Motor Skills Lesson Plan: Spring Garden Tuff Tray

This tuff tray is perfect for the spring season, and can help develop children's fine motor skills. 

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Light Blue Pencil blog banner 13th Mar 2026

The Perfect Start: Children's Phonics Journey

Phonics is one of the most powerful tools we can offer young children as they begin their literacy journey. We'll cover why phonics matters, when it is introduced, the importance of phonics and more.

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red read me blog banner 11th Mar 2026

Unlocking the Magic of Literacy: More Than Just Reading and Writing

Literacy is far more than reading words on a page or writing sentences with correct punctuation. We delve into what literacy covers, along with interactive strategies for literacy development. 

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blog-2 9th Mar 2026

10 Engaging Literacy Activities for Early Readers

Our top 10 reading activities to engage your class of early readers!

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Blue pencil blog banner 8th Mar 2026

Hop into Literacy: An Easter Tuff Tray Adventure for KS1

A Seasonal, Playful Way to Boost Reading, Vocabulary and Sentence Skills.

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light blue read me banner 5th Mar 2026

What Are Common Writing Mistakes in Year One?

Early writing challenges in Year 1 aren’t problems to fix — they’re part of the journey. They tell us exactly where children are, what they’re experimenting with, and what they’re ready to learn next.

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Red pencil blog banner 5th Mar 2026

What Is Phonics? Teaching EYFS Literacy

Phonics is one of the most important foundations of early literacy. But what is it?

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Red pencil blog banner 18th Feb 2026

What Age Should Children Start Phonics?

In this blog we dive into the foundations of early literacy and explore what really helps children become confident, capable readers.

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red read me blog banner 14th Feb 2026

Literacy Lesson: Inspiring Kindness and Creative Writing in KS1

Inspire kindness in your classroom with this creative writing lesson plan for your KS1 classroom!

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light blue read me banner 13th Feb 2026

Mighty Writer and Widgit: Transforming Literacy with Routines and Emotional Regulation Toolbars

Mighty Writer is delighted to announce our exciting new collaboration with Widgit, a partnership designed to invigorate classroom learning and support teachers in fostering better literacy outcomes.  

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