At the heart of Booktime is the belief that reading with your children is a vital experience to help them develop and grow to love stories.
'Reading with our children is a way of having a very special conversation with them.'

Michael Rosen, Children’s Laureate 2007-09
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Interactive Games
Harry and his dinosaurs love playing games - here are their favourites for you to join in with
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Top Tips for Family Reading
New ways to enjoy reading with your child
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Children's Book Week
Children's Book Week will take place from 5-11 October 2009. This year's theme is Words and Pictures.
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Best Book Guide
Download our free Best Book Guides and find out about our favourite children's books for all ages.
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Michael Rosen on Poetry
The Children's Laureate explains why poetry is still magical for today's children.
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Recommended Reads
'It can be difficult to know which books are going to be suitable.'
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