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Big Toe Books This link takes you to the 'Big Toe Books' site. Here you can access children's stories, heard on Radio 7 at 7 a.m. each day. The books are aimed at children aged 6-12. Stories stay on-line for one week after they have been broadcast.
 

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CBBC News By clicking on the icon on the top right-hand side pupils can watch/listen to the latest news items. (UK, World, Sports) Pupils can also read news items posted on the home page.
Caution! Readers may be invited to comment on some of these news items but pupils under the age of 16 require permission from parents/guardians before they can do so.
 
Rockford's Rock Opera This is an audio story suitable for all children - especially those in the 7 - 11 year old age range. Follow the instructions to hear the story and songs. You need to register (free) to download the story and the lesson plans.
" My class of 7 and 8 year olds adore Rockford. They love the story, the music and I find the lesson plans really helpful " Suzi Kirby. Teacher. Hertfordshire.

 

Talking
Storytelling Workshop In this workshop the children share in the making and telling of stories, using their voices etc. You must have the Flash plug-in to participate in the workshop. .

 

 

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