Should I get my child an e-reader or books for Christmas?
e-readers are hugely popular with parents – but research shows kids prefer printed books, magazines and comics. So is it worth buying them a book? Check out these wonderful books in The Sue Atkins Book Club
Unleashing Imagination: Celebrating World Book Day with Tech Books for Children of All Ages
As we celebrate World Book Day, if we can get passed the stress of dressing up, we can embark on a journey of literary exploration, where the pages of books transport our kids to distant lands, ignite their imagination, and inspire a love for learning. While traditional tales tend to hold a special place in […]
Using AI for children’s stories can have several pros and cons.
AI is Changing the Way We Tell Bedtime Stories to Kids. Bedtime stories are a magical part of childhood. They transport kids to faraway lands, introduce them to lovable characters, and even teach valuable & important moral life lessons. Tucking your little one in with a story before sleep not only calms and relaxes […]
Why Graphic Novels Are Good For Struggling Readers.
Do your kids struggle or hate reading? You are not alone but did you know that graphic novels maybe be the answer? Graphic novels are a good choice for struggling readers. They have less text than traditional books, which makes them less overwhelming. Graphic novels are easy to read but have age-appropriate content. For […]
Comics are a Gateway to Creating Life-Long Readers
When my son Will was little, he loved reading. Then he went through a phase of not reading books but loving comics. According to the latest research commissioned by Readly, the European leader in digital magazine and newspaper subscriptions this was good news! Comics are a gateway into creating life-long readers. Children who read […]
Reading for pleasure: 10 + simple ideas to inspire your child to read more.
It’s #ChildrensBookWeek so I thought I’d give you some ideas around reading for pleasure. Reading for pleasure is so important for children & it can benefit your child’s education, social and cognitive development, their wellbeing, and their mental health. Reading with children can help to create a love of reading for life & multiple studies […]
Do You Suffer from the BIG ‘G’ – of Guilt? Here are tips to ditch it!
In this episode: Can Your Child be Vaccinated If You Disagree? Checklist: 10 Rules of Negotiating with Your Ex-Partner Why Making Magic Memories with Grandparents Matters. Sue Atkins in Conversation with Jo Watkins and Polly Crook – The ‘How People’- Happiness | Opportunities | Wellbeing
Need A Weekly Dose of Workplace Wellbeing – Delivered Live to your Desk?
In this episode: Need A Weekly Dose of Workplace Wellbeing – Delivered Live to your Desk? NEW Series of Instagram Lives Answering ALL Your Co-Parenting Questions ‘I’m a Grownup and I Really Don’t like My Mum.’ The ‘Don’t Stew- Ask Sue’ Question Preparing Your Older Child for Your New Arrival Sue Atkins in Conversation with […]
TEARS BEFORE BEDTIME & BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLUES: Simple Strategies to Get Out the Door Faster, Less Frazzled & Smiling!
In this episode: TEARS BEFORE BEDTIME & BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLUES: Simple Strategies to Get Out the Door Faster, Less Frazzled & Smiling! As Dan Walker embraces the Sequins of ‘Strictly’ because his children begged him to! What have your kids encouraged you to try? Would you spend £2,000 on designer gear for the new academic year? […]
Help! When Will My Baby Sleep Through the Night?
In this episode: Help! When Will My Baby Sleep Through the Night? Babies, Books & Brain Development Advice for Parents and Children Around Bullying Sue Atkins in Conversation with Charlotte Taylor Specialist in Navigating Life After Acute Trauma
Cooking Up a Happy Stepfamily is like a Slow Burning Casserole – here are some great tips to help!
In this episode: Advice To Help When Your Child Doesn’t Want to Go to School: Teen Depression and School Refusal 9 Proven Child-Rearing Tips That Can Help You Feel a Better Parent. Sue Atkins in Conversation with Lulu Skantze from ‘Storytime’ one of the UK’s biggest subscription magazines for kids
How to Tame Your Temper
In this episode: Tips for Helping Your Child Overcome Their Fear of Dogs The Future of Work is Hybrid. Here Are Some GREAT Benefits. The Future of Speech Therapy is Here: Sue Interviews Leanne Sherred from Expressable
Why Do Toddlers Bite?
In this episode: Night Terrors Explained How To Stop Nail Biters, Thumb Suckers and Nose Pickers! Sue Atkins in Conversation with Amanda Seyderhelm Play Therapist, Author and Grief Specialist.
Are you a single working parent, constantly juggling decisions big and small ? Here are some top tips to help
In this episode: Talking to Kids About Cancer Mastering your TIME once and for all! Sue Atkins in Conversation with Jayne Avery Nutrition Consultant & Children’s Author of ‘The Secret of the Golden Cauldron’
Sue Interviews H – Pop Icon from STEPS on the Parentverse Podcast about Holidays with Twins as a Single LGBTQIA+ Dad
In this episode: Let’s Talk – Control. Most Domestic and Family Abuse is NOT Physical. Join Sue on the Anna Williamson #1 Apple Podcast ‘Breaking Mum & Dad’ as we chat about divorce, children, co-parenting and mental health. PLUS: Sue Atkins in Conversation with H from Steps with psychologist Dr Angharad Rudkin Holidays are changing. […]