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An Asset-Based Approach to Multilingualism

A Unified Approach to Literacy

tacey Primary School, located in the heart of Cardiff City in Wales, serves a diverse community and currently has 233 pupils. The school is characterised by its multilingual environment. As of June 2024, within Stacey Primary 85% of learners are from the global majority, and 61% have English as an Additional Language (EAL). There are 41 different languages represented within the student body. This linguistic diversity reflects the school's inclusive ethos and its commitment to providing a supportive educational setting for all students, regardless of their linguistic background. From reception to year 6, 43.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals (eFSM).

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.

Have a Happy Halloween Reading on Giglets

Using Reading with Giglets as a Writing Stimulus

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.

Gwent Education Minority Ethnic Services (GEMS)

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

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

St. Andrew's Primary School in Newport, South Wales have been using Giglets since 2017 and we are delighted to have helped engage and include all learners in their literacy teaching.