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Podcasting is an increasingly popular type of media that children are familiar with and actively listening to. A poll by the National Literacy Trust found that 42% of 8-18 years olds enjoyed listening to audio in their free time, compared with 34% of children who enjoy reading in their free time. There are dedicated children's podcast charts, and they can be an excellent way to promote reading. Why not then encourage children to create their own podcasts with 2Cast?

Computing is what 2Simple is most well known for, particularly Purple Mash. But those users who don't have Purple Mash always wonder what it has to offer... read this blog to find out how 2Simple can help you teach computing.

At 2Simple we want to help by raising awareness of International Literacy Day and the importance of young people gaining those valuable literacy and language skills that are needed throughout life.

Here we look at just some of the resources available within Purple Mash that can help young learners engage with literacy and enjoy it for life.

The games design competition final is one of our favourite days at 2Simple, and this year's event at Amazon's London offices was no exception. Find out what our finalists got up to, and whose game won the amazing prizes we had on offer...

Purple Mash's spelling scheme of work includes teaching slides, spelling practice sheets, dictation activities and self-marking quizzes! It's easy to pick up and start, and perfect for all teachers, HLTAs and LSAs leading spelling lessons.