Episode 3: Supporting Children Starting School

Mar 03 2020 | 00:30:49

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Show Notes

Melissa welcomes UWE primary specialist, Jane Carter, back into the Spellbound studio. They talk about the importance books play in all aspect of (primary) school life - from preparing them for what to expect and beyond. Melissa also pops along to independent book store, Max Minervas in Bristol and chats to children's author, Rachel Bright, who has written several books for children, including Love Monster, The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could. Rachel is also the winner of the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Award.

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