Welcome to the Tidy Books blog, where I share my thoughts on family life, new product ideas and behind the scenes stories with you. I hope you enjoy it! Geraldine, founder and designer of Tidy Books
Get sorted for Christmas…
Yes, I’ve done it – I’ve mentioned the ‘C’ word and it’s still only October! I’m sorry if I seem
Joining up the dots…
It’s a great week for children’s authors. On Tuesday, we had Roald Dahl Day, celebrating 100 years since the birth
How one school transformed kid’s books from boring to fun
“I love reading now, as we have a space that is clean and organised and many new books to
Bonding over bed time
I was recently chatting to a friend about our childhoods, and she said she loved growing up sharing a room
Do you get school-run stress?
Ready…. steady… let’s get the kids to school! Hmmm – if only it was that simple! Getting the kids up
How to get your kids to clean their room
As a mum of two children, I know this struggle very well. Trying to get your kids to clean their
How simple fairy dust helps every child love reading
“It’s all about the quality of the volunteers … they sprinkle our children with their magical reading fairy dust and
HOW I GOT HOOKED ON BOOKS
I can still remember my first experience of being read to as a child. It was at school, when
Designed to please kids
I love designing products for children. It’s so satisfying to make something that meets a need and you know is
Celebrate World Read Aloud Day
Back in 2004, when I founded Tidy Books, my aim was to make a children’s bookcase that made sense to
WE’RE CROWDFUNDING IN MARCH – COME JOIN US!
This March we will be launching our crowdfunding campaign – and would love you to join us! We’re looking for people
The Gruffalo Book review and why this is my favourite business book
Last night, I read The Gruffalo with my 11-year-old son. He thinks the book is funny, but to be honest he’s