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Posts by Géraldine Grandidier

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About Géraldine Grandidier

Géraldine is Tidy Books’ founder, designer and CEO, as well as mum to Adele and Emile. She started Tidy Books in her violin workshop because she couldn’t find a good bookcase for her kids. Now her Tidy Books bookcases and storage designs are encouraging independence and a love of reading in kids all over the world. View all posts by Géraldine Grandidier →

18 Jun

Getting Kids Reading

14 Benefits of Reading Books: Why Reading is Important

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

In the United States, reading is far from the popular hobby it once was. In a 2019 poll conducted by the Huffington Post, 41% of Americ...

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15 Jun

Getting Kids Reading, Kid's Literacy Charity

Volunteering – celebrating the small acts of kindness

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

Over the past year, so many of us have stepped up to volunteer to help others in the midst of the pandemic, and even in normal times, i...

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14 Jan

Getting Kids Reading

The importance of reading and how to get your children reading at home

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

As parents we want our children not just to read but to develop a love for reading. We are delighted to welcome guest blogger, mum and...

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25 Nov

Getting Kids Reading

Oh baby! Why little ones love books sooner than you think

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

I love chatting to customers when they phone to order a bookcase because I get to hear who they’re buying for and how old the children ...

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05 Nov

Designing for Kids, Getting Organised

WFH and the rise of the bunk bed

February 22, 2022
By Géraldine Grandidier

Like lots of people, I’m currently working from home with my husband. And like many we’ve had to rearrange our house so we can both hav...

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16 Mar

Designing for Kids, Getting Organised

The joy of being clutter-free with Marie Kondo for kids – yes, really!

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

Two years ago I walked into my teenage daughter’s bedroom. For a minute I thought I’d stepped into a parallel universe. Her room, norma...

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13 Jan

Getting Kids Reading

Why it’s smart to keep your kids off the phone

December 14, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

It’s not easy being a parent. A couple of weeks ago a friend admitted the only way she can have an uninterrupted conversation with her ...

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28 Nov

Eco-Friendly Manufacturing

Give your kids a green Christmas

December 15, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

How green is your Christmas? I’m loving the fact that there are so many eco-friendly Christmas options this year. From handmade cards ...

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22 Nov

Tidy Books News

Black Friday Deals on lots of original kid’s brands

December 15, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

November means Black Friday which means bargains to be had on loads of original kid's brands! We have teamed up with our NIPA (Nurse...

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11 Nov

Getting Kids Reading

The Christmas gift your 2 year old will love (no batteries required!)

December 15, 2021
By Géraldine Grandidier

Do you know what present you’re buying your two-year-old for Christmas? Are you stuck for ideas for something memorable and meaningful?...

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