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Welcome to the advice for families section

Parents are their child's first educator so parents and families have an important role to play.
Dad and child reading togetherWhy and how dads should get involved Teddy poster "Read - it's fun not work!"Useful resources to help you share books
mum and little girl playing Information for parents about their babies' early speech and communication  

Research shows that your involvement in your child's reading and learning is more important than anything else in helping them to fulfil their potential. Encouraging your child to grow up loving reading is the best start you can give them. You can also have great fun in the process.



Dr Seuss book character
Editable activity card posters to download



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