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How to Boost Reading and Writing Through Play: Fun Literacy-Based Activities for Children Paperback – 21 Nov. 2022

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Even if children know their phonics and ABC's inside out and can read every book in their book bag, why is it still so difficult to get them to want to read and write? How do we begin to get our children excited about literacy? The answer might surprise you...let them play!

Featuring 40 engaging play-based activities, this book makes literacy so fun that children won't notice they're also actively developing reading and writing skills. From blow painting words to making paper chain sentences, each activity can be done using household items and they are adaptable for children of any age and ability, making learning accessible for all.

With charming black and white line illustrations to depict each activity, this is a great way to connect with children while helping to build their literacy skills at the same time.

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Play is at the heart of science, the arts, engineering, architecture - in short the world we live in. We all learn through play. Yet, for some reason play gets downgraded as trivial. Perhaps that's because we love it. This book puts play where it belongs: at the heart of our lives. ― Michael Rosen, Writer and broadcaster

The best kind of books offer the reader an adventure within its pages and the best kind of adventure is one that leads to something new. Georgina has skilfully created a wealth of fantastic fresh ideas that act like a much-needed map guiding us towards a deeper understanding of who The Unique Child truly is and how play with all its magic can show them the joyful gift of being a reader and a writer. ―
Greg Bottrill, childhood advocate and author of "Can I Go And Play Now?

Well done Georgina, another brilliant book for playful parents! It's so refreshing to see lots of ways to practise those essential early reading and writing skills in fun and active ways! This will be such a helpful guide for so many of us wanting to give our children the best start in life. ―
Claire Russell founder of playHOORAY!

This is a unique and seemingly never-ending supply of fun filled ideas to develop our children as readers and writers. Durrant has cleverly provided us with the go-to manual for those who wish to enthuse and empower children in their literacy journey. ―
Chris Dyson- Headteacher Parklands Primary School and Author of ‘Parklands: A School Built on Love

When I was reading this book, what struck me immediately was the sheer depth of Georgina's knowledge on how to support reluctant readers. Since being lucky enough to have 'early access' to this book, I have found myself recommending it to other professionals, parents and carers alike! ―
Dr Helen Ross, trustee of the British Dyslexia Association, dyslexic dyslexia expert and educational consultant

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A collection of play-based learning activities that motivate children aged 4+ to develop their reading and writing skills

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 21 Nov. 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1839974567
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1839974564
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 159 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 0.64 x 22.86 cm
  • Best Sellers Rank: 614,709 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Georgina Durrant is a former teacher/Special Educational Needs Coordinator and Director of Cheshire SEN Tutor LTD. She founded the award-winning SEN Resources Blog to share activities, advice and recommendations for parents and teachers of children with Special Educational Needs and disabilities. She hosts the popular Special Educational Needs Podcast 'SEND in the Experts with Georgina Durrant'. Her parenting and education advice has been featured in the Independent, Guardian, Telegraph and on Sky and Channel 5 News. Her first book 100 Ways Your Child Can Learn Through Play was published in 2021. Her second book ‘How to Boost Reading and Writing Through Play’ was published in 2022 and her third book is ‘SEND Strate gies for the Primary Years’ out June 2024

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Customers find the book entertaining and full of exciting ideas for boosting reading and writing skills through play. Moreover, they appreciate its readability, with one customer noting it's really clear to read. Additionally, the educational value receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting how the activities are linked to key areas of development and skills.

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Customers find the book fun and entertaining, with amazing illustrations, and one customer describes it as a brilliant playful approach to boosting reading and writing skills.

"...writing through play' is jam-packed with activities and ideas that are fun and educational, while also being fully adaptable for all ages and..." Read more

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Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it is well written and another noting it is really clear to read.

"What a brilliant book! I was struggling with ideas to encourage my reluctant 6 year old to read and write that is until I bought this book...." Read more

"...Children learn through play, that includes learning to read and write...." Read more

"A lovely, well written book full of brilliant playful ideas!..." Read more

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Customers appreciate the educational value of the book, with one customer noting how the activities are linked to key areas of development and skills, while another mentions that children learn through play.

"...play' is jam-packed with activities and ideas that are fun and educational, while also being fully adaptable for all ages and abilities, and easy..." Read more

"I love the way that Georgina always promotes play through learning. Children learn through play, that includes learning to read and write...." Read more

"...The activities are explained fully, really clear to read and linked to key areas of development and skills...." Read more

Another life-saving book from Georgina Durrant!
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Another life-saving book from Georgina Durrant!
Just like Georgina's previous book ('100 ways your child can learn through play') 'How to boost reading and writing through play' is jam-packed with activities and ideas that are fun and educational, while also being fully adaptable for all ages and abilities, and easy enough to do with resources found in the home (and outside!) As you can see from the list of contents (pictured), there's a huge variety of activities to suit your child's interests, so it's possible to simply modify the way your child is already playing, and "trick" them into learning without realising it! The illustrations are amazing and I love the simplicity of the layout - it's so easy to simply pick up, flick through and choose an activity. The checklist at the bottom of each page is great for focussing on particular skills (motor skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, numeracy etc). I have already recommended this book to fellow parents and my son's preschool (who were very excited at the prospect of so many new and imaginative ideas!) Essential addition to family homes, childcare settings and schools ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 January 2023
    Just like Georgina's previous book ('100 ways your child can learn through play') 'How to boost reading and writing through play' is jam-packed with activities and ideas that are fun and educational, while also being fully adaptable for all ages and abilities, and easy enough to do with resources found in the home (and outside!)
    As you can see from the list of contents (pictured), there's a huge variety of activities to suit your child's interests, so it's possible to simply modify the way your child is already playing, and "trick" them into learning without realising it!
    The illustrations are amazing and I love the simplicity of the layout - it's so easy to simply pick up, flick through and choose an activity. The checklist at the bottom of each page is great for focussing on particular skills (motor skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, numeracy etc).
    I have already recommended this book to fellow parents and my son's preschool (who were very excited at the prospect of so many new and imaginative ideas!)
    Essential addition to family homes, childcare settings and schools ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Another life-saving book from Georgina Durrant!

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 January 2023
    Just like Georgina's previous book ('100 ways your child can learn through play') 'How to boost reading and writing through play' is jam-packed with activities and ideas that are fun and educational, while also being fully adaptable for all ages and abilities, and easy enough to do with resources found in the home (and outside!)
    As you can see from the list of contents (pictured), there's a huge variety of activities to suit your child's interests, so it's possible to simply modify the way your child is already playing, and "trick" them into learning without realising it!
    The illustrations are amazing and I love the simplicity of the layout - it's so easy to simply pick up, flick through and choose an activity. The checklist at the bottom of each page is great for focussing on particular skills (motor skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, numeracy etc).
    I have already recommended this book to fellow parents and my son's preschool (who were very excited at the prospect of so many new and imaginative ideas!)
    Essential addition to family homes, childcare settings and schools ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 March 2023
    What a brilliant book!
    I was struggling with ideas to encourage my reluctant 6 year old to read and write that is until I bought this book. It’s full of exciting ideas. Money well spent.
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 March 2023
    What a brilliant book!
    I was struggling with ideas to encourage my reluctant 6 year old to read and write that is until I bought this book. It’s full of exciting ideas. Money well spent.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 December 2022
    Bought two as I know it will make a fab gift but I wanted one for myself. The first book was full of great ideas and I’ve already seen lots of activities in this second book I’d like to try with my 4 y/o to help her get excited about learning before starting school. I like the simplicity of the activities- no need for lots of prep- which are still fun and super imaginative.
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 November 2022
    I love the way that Georgina always promotes play through learning. Children learn through play, that includes learning to read and write. Georgina's book provides lots of different and creative ways to get your children wring and reading through games and activities that children love over and over again!
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 November 2022
    A lovely, well written book full of brilliant playful ideas! The activities are explained fully, really clear to read and linked to key areas of development and skills. The book also includes some information about SEN, which is so often overlooked in some books, a great read, can highly recommend!
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 November 2022
    Received your latest book. My eldest daughter is nearly four and this book is helpful for me to ensure I don’t make learning a chore as she gets older. Thank you, I’m glad I pre ordered it. It was a great surprise when it came through x
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 November 2022
    Another great book that has some lovely ways to make learning fun. My 5 year old can sniff out a ‘learning opportunity’ and avoids it… he played for several days on one of the ideas in the book. It might have been about encouraging writing but it also encouraged communication, understanding the wider world and just a lovely chance to play together, laugh and have fun!