Beanstalk – Hackney Citizen

Dolly Parton-backed literacy charity needs reading volunteers in Hackney

By Hackney Citizen | Tuesday 17 October 2017 at 11:57

Children’s author and illustrator Sophy Henn read for local children at Story Starters' recent launch at Coram Campus in Bloomsbury. Photograph: Beanstalk

Following the country star’s supportive video, Story Starters appeals for locals to spend two hours a week helping early-years children

Children’s literacy charity Beanstalk needs local help to inspire young readers

By Hackney Citizen | Friday 29 November 2013 at 15:48

Volunteers work one-on-one with children in primary schools to improve their reading