Word Play Bookshop - in Partnership with Usborne

Word Play Bookshop - in Partnership with Usborne Book lover, mum, teacher & bookshop owner
Sharing reading tips, reading inspo, activities and resources.

Leading a team of book lovers to create their own flexible opportunity, and supporting schools to promote reading for pleasure and earn free 📚

15/03/2025

Sorting through my latest order and how gorgeous are these NEW titles for little readers?

I absolutely love how truly sparkly the Usborne Touchy-Feely Sparkly Mermaids is, and the Slider Sounds book is just brilliant for fine motor skills, and teaching cause and effect!

So exciting to see these fab new designs and features being released 🙌

We've spotted our first World Book Day Token in this week's magazine 🙌 🌎📚 Remember you can use them with me on ANY Usbo...
01/03/2025

We've spotted our first World Book Day Token in this week's magazine 🙌 🌎📚

Remember you can use them with me on ANY Usborne title, to get £1 O F F 😀

Have you got one yet?



Are you Easter ready?Whether you're avoiding chocolate, creating an Easter basket or just love book gifts, there are so...
28/02/2025

Are you Easter ready?

Whether you're avoiding chocolate, creating an Easter basket or just love book gifts, there are so many gorgeous Easter books to choose from.

Here are some of my favourites! ➡️

Get in touch for more info and for me. To help you to find the perfect choice 📖

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World Book Day is just a week away! 🌎 📖 I'm excited to be celebrating the day with Tiggywinkles Preschool, sharing a lov...
27/02/2025

World Book Day is just a week away! 🌎 📖

I'm excited to be celebrating the day with Tiggywinkles Preschool, sharing a love of reading and helping to earn lots of beautiful F R E E new books for the setting.

We'll be donning our PJs, sharing our favourite bedtime stories, and celebrating the magic of bedtime stories 😴 📚

What are your plans for the day?



It's been 5 years since I started my bookshop! It's place in our family is always evolving, but that's the beauty of it,...
23/02/2025

It's been 5 years since I started my bookshop!

It's place in our family is always evolving, but that's the beauty of it, and I will always love making a difference to local schools and getting books to children in as many ways as possible.

If you fancy finding out more about what it could be for you, then please consider listening in tonight for half an hour at our next information session.

✨️✨️8:30pm Sunday 23rd February ✨️✨️

Just let me know if you fancy the link!

No need to have your camera on, so you can listen, whilst doing, if you'd prefer 😉

And just like that, half term is almost gone. A week of going slow, playing, baking, and getting outdoors.
22/02/2025

And just like that, half term is almost gone. A week of going slow, playing, baking, and getting outdoors.

Have you got a reluctant reader? Then read on....My youngest much prefers to be read to, and can be pretty reluctant to ...
24/01/2025

Have you got a reluctant reader? Then read on....

My youngest much prefers to be read to, and can be pretty reluctant to practise. We've been mixing it up, and testing to see if reading at a different time of day makes a difference 🤔

Mornings seem to be our sweet spot at the moment, so that's what we're going with for now.

The time of day that you read, really can make a difference to how much you enjoy it, so if you're struggling with reluctance, why not try giving a different time of day a go ⬇️⬇️⬇️

☀️ Morning Magic – Your mind is fresh, and starting the day with a book can set a positive tone for the hours ahead. Whether it's a chapter before breakfast or a quick story, it gets your brain buzzing!

🌞 Midday Escape – Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Reading during lunch or a mid-afternoon slump can offer a refreshing escape, helping you re-energize and focus for the rest of the day.

🌙 Evening Calm – After a busy day, winding down with a good book can be a peaceful way to transition into bedtime. It relaxes the mind and can even help improve sleep quality.

Try reading at different times to see when it feels best for you or your little ones. 📖

💛 Grow your nursery’s book collection with a Ready Steady Listen challenge! Want to expand your nursery’s library withou...
17/01/2025

💛 Grow your nursery’s book collection with a Ready Steady Listen challenge!

Want to expand your nursery’s library without having to touch your budget?

Introducing Ready Steady Listen – a fun and easy, sponsored listening event designed just for your little bookworms.

📚 How it works:

📚 Children get involved by listening to as many stories as they can within a week, with support from your nursery and their families.

📚 Funds raised through sponsorship go directly toward purchasing beautiful Usborne books to be enjoyed in your setting. Every little helps!

📚 As a bonus, your nursery will receive up to 60% extra in free books, thanks to Usborne’s generous support!

This event will not only help to build a diverse book collection for your setting but also fosters a love of books and reading from an early age.

It's a lovely way to build connections with families, and encourage them to spend some special time together with books 📚

Interested in hosting a Ready Steady Listen event at your nursery or preschool? Send me a message – I’d love to help!

Know someone who would love to raise funds for new books at their nursery? Tag them in this post!

(These photos show books chosen by two different nurseries that participated in sponsored events with me!)

Reading aloud to kids is such a fun and simple way to boost their imagination, language skills, and love for reading! 📚I...
06/01/2025

Reading aloud to kids is such a fun and simple way to boost their imagination, language skills, and love for reading! 📚

It helps them learn new words, understand stories better, and improves their listening skills.

Plus, it's a great way to spend quality time together and spark curiosity about the world! 🌟

When kids read aloud to grown-ups, it builds their confidence, helps with pronunciation, and gives them the chance to practice their storytelling skills.

So grab a book, cosy up, and enjoy the magic of reading aloud—whether you're reading to them or they're reading to you! 😍

Have you ever considered having your own popup bookshop like me?Here are 4 reasons to give it a go this January! Swipe t...
05/01/2025

Have you ever considered having your own popup bookshop like me?

Here are 4 reasons to give it a go this January!

Swipe to see why NOW is a great time to give it a go ➡️

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