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Victoria Burrill is an English Key Stage 2 textbook author and lover of words and stories. Here she suggests ways to engage your children in the written and spoken word and to prepare them for exams they will inevitably face. Using resources such as Galore Park Revision Guides or Practice Papers is one way to prepare however there are many ways to further enhance a child's experience of English, such as literature festivals, author talks or theatre.

With familiar formats changing, a range of companies producing new tests and electronic delivery methods being introduced, there has never been so much variety in the 11+ exams (including the ISEB Common Pre-Test). Added to this confusion, many children take more than one test style if they apply to multiple schools.

Improving speed and accuracy is key to success in 11+ and pre-tests, especially with the increasingly common on-screen tests. Here we explain how the Galore Park Practice Books can help your child to sit these tests with confidence and avoid some nasty surprises.

We've got an easy educational activity for you to try at home, with very little equipment required.

Small invertebrate animals are abundant in many habitats. Usually, we find them in their daytime hiding places. It is interesting to investigate their activity in their natural habitat and we can do this when we are not watching!

Which is your favourite subject at school? Which is your least favourite? You are very likely to find it much easier to remember facts to do with your favourite subject. If you are fascinated by something, you will pay complete attention to it.  Remembering becomes easy.