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Reading Sparks Activity Sheet: The Daily Spark

A generic activity sheet in the style of a newspaper. This asks children to record and reflect on what they've done, in a fun and confidence-boosting way. Can be printed single or double sided, black and white or colour.
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Reading Sparks: Simple Machines

In this activity, children will make a simple machine (a lever) and explore how it can be used to make it easier to lift objects.
Recommended Book: Curious Pearl Tinkers with Simple Machines, by Eric Braun.
Resources: A ruler, a pencil (triangular if possible!) and some wooden blocks. read more

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Reading Sparks: Incredible Animals

Delve into the incredible world of animals, creating a fun 'trumps' card game which asks children to find, research and rank animals on size, fierceness, cuteness and other categories. They can then play the game in pairs, or take them home to play with family members.
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Reading Sparks: Invisible Nature - Exploring Taste and Smell

Explore the senses of taste and smell by trying to taste diluted cordial in water! Children will record results and evaluate their findings.
Recommended Book: Invisible Nature by Catherine Barr
Resources: Cordial, water, measuring jugs, cups or beakers, pipettes. Activity sheet. read more

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WELSH Children's Certificates - Marvellous Makers

Download these Welsh-language certificates to reward children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2024 or recognise the hard work of your summer volunteers.

This folder includes:
- Standard certificate
- Mini Challenge certificate
- Special achievement certificate
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Volunteer Appreciation and Hours Certificates - Marvellous Makers

Recognise the hard work of your summer volunteers with a Marvellous Makers themed certificate. 2 options included: certificate of appreciation and a customisable volunteer hours certificate.

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Communications toolkit

Use this toolkit to find key messaging and suggested social media posts to join in World Book Night online. read more

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