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The Power of Introducing Children to a Variety of Texts

We want reading to be fun, keeping the love of books alive for children of all ages. But what happens when reading becomes too challenging? Children will want to stop. Give up. They will become frustrated with the process. For dyslexic readers, who find reading challenging, there are ways in which you can gently encourage the love of reading, whilst helping a child to develop their listening and concentration skills along the way.

Supporting children’s reading development - practical strategies from the classroom

Giglets Christmas Quiz

Have a Happy Halloween Reading on Giglets

Adapted classics hold a special place in the Giglets library so that children can enjoy timeless tales in a modern setting.

Setting the right reading environment will transform a child's reading experience.

When teaching reading in primary school, a wide choice of vibrant and engaging reading books is essential.

Shared reading is a highly enjoyable and effective way to build reading and comprehension skills

This month we're delighted to give a deeper insight into one of our newest additions: 'The Hedgehogs and the Hare'.

With the weather and our surroundings undertaking a dramatic transformation there is so much to see, experience and learn.

On Giglets, there is a choice of task types ready to use in the classroom with individuals, groups or a whole class.

Find out more as giglets prepare for our official launch in Canada.

Learn about our process when creating the vibrant illustration and imagery that jumps out when you first look at Giglets.

Music is hugely powerful and can shake a whole spectrum of emotions from us. Can we use this to our advantage within the classroom?

At Giglets, we love all books. We want your pupils to feel the same about the books they read!

Reading and writing are intrinsically linked, and teachers see the benefits of teaching writing by connecting their pupils’ writing with a reading stimulus.

How your pupils can use Giglets