10 steps to a book-filled summer

Want to make sure books feature strongly during your child’s summer break? TheSchoolRun suggests ways to help you make reading a pleasure.

6 reasons why summer learning is important

The school gates may have closed for the summer, but that’s no reason to allow your child’s mind to follow suit. We have six top tips for summer learning fun.

Learning English and maths outdoors

The great outdoors is a place where learning can take diverse shapes and forms. We take a look at how you can use it to strengthen your child’s literacy and numeracy skills.

Learning games to play on long car journeys

Going on a long car journey with the kids? Sick of hearing ‘are we nearly there yet?’ Banish boredom by trying some fun, educational games with your children.

Reading outside the book

For many children, reading is something they only associate with books. But beyond the page lies a world of words just waiting to be read. Here’s how you can strengthen children's reading skills every day.

Happy camping – the benefits of a holiday under canvas

A camping holiday in the great outdoors could be just the thing for your family this year. We explore the fun you can have and the new skills your child might learn.

Top 10 activities to get kids active

Struggle to peel your child off the sofa to get some exercise? Try these fun activities to get them up and out.

Walking and orienteering for kids

Walking is something most of us take for granted. But did you know that regularly taking the kids on a walk has some great health and educational benefits? We take a look at what walking could offer your child.

Safe cycling tips for kids

When your child is ready to cycle unsupervised, it’s important to make sure they know how to be safe on the roads. Here are the steps you need to take.

Teach your child to cycle safely

Learning to ride a bike (and falling off it) is a normal part of growing up. But some parents are delaying teaching their children to cycle because of safety fears. Camilla Chafer finds out how to teach your kids to ride confidently and safely.

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10 steps to a book-filled summer

6 reasons why summer learning is important

Learning English and maths outdoors

Learning games to play on long car journeys

Reading outside the book

Happy camping – the benefits of a holiday under canvas

Top 10 activities to get kids active

Walking and orienteering for kids

Safe cycling tips for kids

Teach your child to cycle safely

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