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25Jul2011Working mothers 'do no harm to children's behaviour'
A study has confounded the widespread view that if mothers work during the early years of a child’s life, it may have detrimental effects on their social and emotional behaviour.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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14Jul2011Spelling mistakes 'cost millions' in lost online sales
Spelling mistakes on websites can seriously affect customer spending, says an online businessman. Charles Duncombe says an analysis of website figures shows a single spelling mistake can cut online sales in half.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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30Jun2011We launch "Matt's Appeal"
One of our beneficiaries, Matt Humphries, tells us about the impact our work has had on his life.
Posted by Anna Jones
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17May2011Lord Boswell: Literacy is a moral issue
The minister formerly responsible for adult learning emphasises the importance of literacy.
Posted by Sam Brookes
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13May2011Winner of National Literacy Trust and Build-A-Bear Workshop® storywriting competition announced
Cara, nine, has been announced as the winner of the National Literacy Trust and Build-A-Bear Workshop® storywriting competition.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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11May2011New study reveals less educated people 'will age faster'
The study, which looked at 400 men and women, says people with fewer qualifications are prone to age more quickly.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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04May2011'Kevin the teenager’ male stereotype 'so unfair’
New research shows boys are more confident communicators than girls.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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21Apr2011New children's laureate to take on Waterstone's branding
The new children's laureate will be branded the Waterstone's children's laureate for the first time. The chain has been the major sponsor of the laureateship since 2006.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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05Apr2011Government sets out strategy to improve social mobility
Deputy Prime Minister, Rt Hon Nick Clegg MP, has launched the Coalition Government’s strategy for improving social mobility in the UK.
Posted by George Dugdale
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15Mar2011Parents who shun fairytales 'miss chance to teach children morality'
Child development expert claims that fairy tales such as Rapunzel and Cinderella are crucial to children’s development.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
