How do YOU choose something to read? When you read a newspaper online, what decides whether you click on a story? Most of us would agree that we read what interests us, and what has relevance to our lives. And anyone who’s ever fought their way through a set of Terms and Conditions would surely […]
Down syndrome parenting: a new, inspiring book for adults
MonkeyRead.me’s not just about children’s books. It’s also about supporting the adults who care for children. And here’s a wonderful, encouraging read for parents of children with a disability – and for those who just love a great human interest story. Our latest Kickstarter project aims to raise funds for printing Candy Lawrence’s latest book, ‘Down […]
Preview: the CSA prevention handbook for ‘I Won’t, said Willow’
Are you wondering how on earth a child’s picture book can help prevent child sexual assault? Here’s a preview of the Parents’ and Teachers’ Digital Handbook that comes with every copy of ‘I Won’t, said Willow’. Each page of the picture book contains opportunities to open conversations with children; the handbook guides you through these […]
Autism inclusion: confessions of a reformed bigot
My first adult encounter with autism was a triumph of generosity over limbic recoil. My then-partner had suggested we open up our country property for visiting by a children’s respite care organisation. We lived in a beautiful spot and had many delightful animals to look at and interact with. To say I was a bit disturbed by […]