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Whether you’re a teacher or the parent of a young baby or toddler, or if your child’s already in school, we’ve got articles and advice to guide you:

    • When should I start reading to my baby?
    • What are the best ways of teaching reading and spelling?
    • How do I teach phonics?
    • How can I support my children if they are struggling with reading or spelling at school?
    • How should I teach my child to write?
    • What can I do to help my child develop reading comprehension?
    • Should I teach my toddler to read?
    • Is it a good idea to teach my toddler letter names?

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