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Getting Ready for September: Starting Primary School for the First Time

Starting primary school is one of the biggest milestones in a child's first five years. For parents, it can feel like it arrives all at once: the uniform, the school...

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Getting Ready for September: A Guide for Parents of Toddlers Starting Nursery

September has a way of arriving faster than you expect. One moment it is the start of summer and your toddler is nowhere near ready for nursery. The next, it...

The Best Educational Gifts for Toddlers That Actually Get Used

Looking for educational gifts for toddlers? Here are our favourite picks that are genuinely useful, and that kids love.

Why We Still Make Our Products in the UK & EU

Little Wigwam has made our products in the UK since 2009, with specialist products in the EU. Here is why that decision still matters: for quality, safety, ethics and the...

How to Keep Children Entertained This Summer (Without Screens Taking Over)

Looking for summer holiday ideas that keep children busy and learning? Here are our favourite ways to make the most of the long weeks. Fun first, education quietly built in.

What Do Children Learn in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2?

A plain English guide to KS1 and KS2. What children learn in each year, what SATs involve, and practical ways to support learning at home.

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The World Cup Starts in Nine Days. Here's How to Make the Most of It With Your Children

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on 11 June with 48 countries from six continents. Here's how to use the tournament as a springboard for learning about the world...

Little Wigwam, Finally on Social Media!

After 17 years of quietly making educational products for children, we're finally getting round to our social media! Here's where to find us and what to expect.

Bulgaria Just Won Eurovision. Here's What Your Kids Can Learn From It

Bulgaria won Eurovision 2026 in spectacular style. Here's a parent's guide to Bulgaria, its flag, its new currency, and why it's a great excuse to get curious about Europe with...

What is the UK National Curriculum, and How Can Parents Support It at Home?

If you have a child at primary school, you have almost certainly heard the phrase "National Curriculum" mentioned by teachers, in school reports, or on the news. But what does...

If Maths Makes You Anxious, Your Children May Already Know

New research shows parental maths anxiety can impact children's numeracy from age three. Little Wigwam explores the findings and how everyday objects can help.