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Temporary Service Disruption – Security Update
21 October 2026 Today, the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) issued an alert regarding a critical security vulnerability affecting PHP, a technology widely used by websites and online services around the world, including parts of Pageticker. Although we are already running a current version of PHP, this issue potentially affects all versions. As a precautionary measure, we have temporarily taken some Pageticker services offline while our technical team applies the ne
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Autumn/Fireworks Booklist
Crunchy leaves, woodland adventures and fireworks lighting up the sky - autumn offers plenty of inspiration for young readers. Pageticker’s autumn and fireworks booklist brings together seasonal stories, poetry and exciting mysteries for children aged 3–11, perfect for sharing as the evenings draw in. For Readers Aged 3-5 The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming Squirrel is convinced someone is stealing the leaves from his tree, leading him on a funny and heart-warming investigation t
Oct 72 min read
Diwali Booklist
From glowing diyas to family celebrations, Diwali is full of moments for children to discover through stories. Pageticker’s Diwali booklist brings together books to help young readers explore the Festival of Lights, whether they’re celebrating themselves or learning about it for the first time. For Readers Aged 3-5 Binny's Diwali by Thrity Umrigar A heartwarming story of family, friendship, and discovering the true joy of celebrating Diwali together. Let's Celebrate 5 Days of
Oct 71 min read
World Space Week Booklist
Celebrate World Space Week with our handpicked booklist of brilliant space books for young readers. From planets and astronauts to distant galaxies, these stories are perfect for inspiring curiosity about the universe. For Readers Aged 3-5 Look Up! by Nathan Bryon An inspiring picture book about a young girl whose passion for space encourages everyone to stop, look up, and marvel at the wonders of the night sky. You Choose In Space by Pippa Goodhart Go on an interactive adven
Sep 212 min read
Black History Month Booklist
Black History Month is a chance to introduce children to stories and people they may not always come across in their everyday reading. From Windrush experiences to remarkable figures from history, books can open up conversations about identity, belonging, resilience and change. We’ve picked out a selection of brilliant reads to explore with children this Black History Month. For Readers Aged 3-5 The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Ac
Sep 212 min read
National Poetry Day Booklist
National Poetry Day is a great chance to make more room for poetry in the classroom. From playful rhymes to poems exploring big feelings and ideas, poetry can spark laughter, imagination and discussion. We’ve gathered some favourite poetry books to help pupils discover new voices and poems they love. For Readers Aged 3-5 The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems by June Crebbin The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems is a wonderful first poetry collection filled with playful,
Sep 162 min read
Reading Aloud: A Guide for Parents and Teachers
Reading aloud can be part of a child’s reading journey from their very first books right through to their teenage years. It might mean sharing a colourful board book with a baby, reading a favourite bedtime story together, enjoying a class novel or taking turns with a book an older child has chosen. And while the way we read together naturally changes as children grow, there are plenty of reasons to keep doing it. Reading aloud can introduce new words, support comprehension,
Sep 115 min read
Reading Role Models: Why They Matter and How to Be One (For Parents and Teachers)
Reading Role Models: Why They Matter and How to Be One Reading can play a huge part in a child’s development, wellbeing and learning. But helping children develop a love of reading isn’t always about telling them they should read. Often, one of the most powerful things we can do is simply show them that reading is something worth enjoying. Research has highlighted the important role parental involvement can play in children’s literacy development, whether that’s sharing bedt
Sep 115 min read
Children's Coding Booklist
Coding is a brilliant way for children to explore how the technology around them works, while developing creativity, logical thinking and problem-solving skills. From understanding simple algorithms to creating their own games and programs, there are plenty of ways to introduce coding from an early age. For Early Years Readers (ages 3-5) Unplugged Tots by Hannah Hagon We love this screen-free introduction to coding. Simple play-based activities develop sequencing, logic, prob
Sep 32 min read
How to Run a Book Club for Pupils: A Complete Guide for Teachers
If you've ever thought "I'd love to start a book club, I just don't know where to begin" - you're not alone, and we're here to help. Book clubs are one of the simplest, most rewarding ways to build a love of reading for pleasure in your school, and the government's Revised Reading Framework specifically recommends them for exactly that reason. Knowing where to start is often the hardest part, so we've pulled together everything we've learned from teachers who run book clubs w
Sep 35 min read
How we developed our 'reading benefits slider'
As we developed Pageticker, we were astounded by the amount of research that has linked reading with a myriad of different benefits, from academic to mental health, creativity, better sleep and future success. We decided that an interactive slider would be a really cool way to illustrate these benefits. The slider does come with a cautionary warning though: whilst these correlations are positive and generally fairly strong, they are indicative rather than predictive, and any
Aug 265 min read
Series on Pageticker - New Feature
We've just released a new feature on Pageticker, where parents, children and teachers can see if books are part of a series.
Aug 261 min read
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