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A calm, parent‑friendly guide to Phase 4. Learn how children blend adjacent consonants, track longer words, and build early reading confidence, and how the Early Learner Box supports these skills in simple, structured steps.

A gentle guide to supporting your child’s reading confidence during the summer months, with light, everyday moments that keep words connected to family life.

A calm, parent‑friendly guide to how digraphs and trigraphs are taught in Reception, why they matter for early reading, and how this month’s six new sounds help children feel more confident when reading at home.

Choosing the right book can make reading feel calmer, clearer and far more achievable for your child. Here are six simple checks to guide you.