Inspirational story of a teenage entrepreneur! Crawford Johnston and his Creative Writing Magic Money Cards

Sep 11 2013

The new school autumn term has begun with good news for one young entrepreneur. A bulk order from a German school for his writing aid to improve literacy ability arrived on his laptop. Here is the inspirational story of Crawford Johnston and his Creative Writing Magic Money Cards.

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Five minutes with the creators of The Adventures of Abney & Teal

Sep 07 2013

“Abney and Teal how does it feel,
To live in the lake on an island?
It’s just right for us – it’s adventurous!
And its home, home on our island.”
Monica Costa caught up with the creator, Joel Stewart, and executive producer, Anne Wood, of The Adventures of Abney & Teal at the Toy Fair 2013. This adorable and fun programme started in September 2011 and has been gaining fans ever since. Here we find out where the inspiration for Abney’s jumper came from and where the inspiration for the show’s unique setting hit!

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Top marks for Borehamwood teacher’s story in national competition

Sep 04 2013

Do you remember our special storytelling event this summer at Vauxhall City Farm with Tamzin Outhwaite?
Well, well, we now have a winner for the literary competition. A newly-wed trainee teacher from Borehamwood has won this year’s national Munch Time children’s story writing competition. Shayna Evans scoops the £1000 cash prize for her story ‘Here Comes the Airplane!’ (you can download it for free) which won following a public vote.

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