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Find out all about the author of Top 10 Deadliest Animals: Ivor Baddiel (of course, he had help from lots of Purple Mash children who submitted their lists online... but we won't tell him we know that!)

Looking to promote reading in your school? See how 2Simple can help you promote a love of books, and help your students develop their reading skills with this blog.

National Society of Storytelling is a UK-based society founded in 1993. Open to anyone with an interest in the form, they coordinate National Storytelling Week, which this year runs from 1st-9th February. Their mission is to promote the oral tradition of storytelling which was the very first way of communicating life experiences and the creative imagination.

Stuck for what to buy for Christmas for the children in the family? This year, 2Simple has rounded up some of the best gift ideas for children featuring educational gifts, ethical goodies, and even a way to fundraise for schools through Christmas shopping. Whether you’re looking for engaging reads, active play essentials, or fun Purple Mash merch, our Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide has something special for every young learner!

At 2Simple we want to help by raising awareness of International Literacy Day and the importance of young people gaining those valuable literacy and language skills that are needed throughout life.

Here we look at just some of the resources available within Purple Mash that can help young learners engage with literacy and enjoy it for life.