Have you ever been in a hot air balloon? Where we live we see lots of hot air balloons in season We see them leave from Leeds Castle and Bodiam Castle This weekend I discovered that my aunty’s sister is … Continue reading →

One of the things that makes me happiest in the world Is listening to my children read a loud Today I listened to my 10 year old dyslexic daughter Read out conversations from Interview With A Shark With her Great … Continue reading →

Esther and I are currently reading Wave Riders Written by Lauren St John Illustrated by Rachael Dean This book appealed to Esther as she loves mystery stories But also because the two main characters Jude and Jess Are twelve year … Continue reading →

This morning we have been talking about worries here at Edspire HQ With the help of the wonderful Mooncat and Me Written and illustrated by Lydia Corry Published by Two Hoots Books We have been thinking about what we worry … Continue reading →

While reading Lubna and Pebble We completed a book study that we found on Teachers Pay Teachers The study asked lots of questions about the story And got us to look really closely at the illustrations It started discussions around … Continue reading →

“What all refugees want is for life to be normal. I hope that with the help of the UK and many other countries, more refugees will be able to have a normal life – especially the children. I am only … Continue reading →

This is an incredibly moving illustration of the power of hope Even in the very darkest of places and times View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish Play & Learning (@edspire)

We’re part of a community. Our strength is our diversity. A shelter from adversity. All are welcome here. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jennie Bookish Play & Learning (@edspire)