Giglets News

Celebrating Young Writers: Rosie Twinkletoes by P6 Meldrum Primary School

An Asset-Based Approach to Multilingualism

A Unified Approach to Literacy

Stacey Primary: Voice 21 within a Welsh Context

The Impact of Whole-school Literacy Resources on Literacy Attainment

Promoting the Power of Reading to Parents During this Winter Break

The Power of Reciprocal Reading

Diverse Representation in Children's Literature: Exploring the Importance of Diverse Characters and Stories in Children's Literature, and How it can Help Children Develop Empathy and a Broader World Perspective

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.