Clever Tykes, Author at Clever Tykes

Films for developing positive mindsets

Watching films together is a wonderful way to address any issues and problems that kids may be facing. There are a few that really stand out as delivering a clear, concise message that can help towards developing and maintaining positive...

The creation of a comedian – interview with Phill Jupitus

Posted 24th May 2019 by Clever Tykes 0 0

Comedian, actor, cartoonist and poet Phill Jupitus recently joined us to talk about his stand-up career, influences and achievements. Phill tells us about his journey from painting a steamroller to having two doctorates, despite never having gone...

Gift Clever Tykes books to a UK primary school

Posted 16th May 2019 by Clever Tykes 0 0

Give the gift of confidence, resourcefulness and positivity to pupils in a UK primary school of your choice. “Eva’s attitude has changed since reading the Clever Tykes books. She has started putting a lot more effort into everything...

Setting our sites on the USA

Posted 13th April 2019 by Clever Tykes 0 2

There are approximately 95,000 elementary schools in the USA. We’re looking to raise just over $1 million to gift Clever Tykes storybooks and resources to every one of them. It was introductions from our awesome network of readers and...

The making of a mayor – interview with Andy Street CBE

Posted 24th March 2019 by Clever Tykes 0 0

Mayor of the West Midlands, Andy Street, shares key moments from his childhood and career in our latest podcast episode The former managing director of retail giant John Lewis was interviewed by Clever Tykes co-founder Jodie Cook as part of...

The childhood influences that shape future success

Posted 9th October 2018 by Clever Tykes 0 1

Findings from the Creating Useful People podcast. The Clever Tykes podcast, Creating Useful People, interviews super successful business people and creatives about the childhood influences that shaped their lives and careers. Having interviewed...

Growth mindset

Posted 6th July 2018 by Clever Tykes 0 1

Recently we have learned about the ethos and teachings of Carol Dweck on the “growth mindset”. For anyone who hasn’t heard of this before, we recommend the YouTube video shown below as well as Mindset: The New Psychology of...

Global Goals for a better world by 2030

Posted 14th May 2018 by Clever Tykes 0 4

In September 2015, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development that includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Building on the principle of “leaving no one behind”, the new Agenda...

38 ways to make your child more enterprising

Posted 13th May 2018 by Clever Tykes 0 7

We all want the best for our children and the next generation. Certain traits and characteristics are universally recognised as being important for children to grow up into resourceful, innovative and, ultimately, successful adults. Collectively...

Clever Tykes Books on Amazon

Posted 12th February 2018 by Clever Tykes 0 3

The Clever Tykes series is now available “fulfilled by Amazon”. This means you’re able to order the books from the Amazon store and receive them in double quick time! You can even get free postage and packaging if you have an...

December 2017 update

Posted 24th December 2017 by Clever Tykes 0 3

Overall, 2017 has been a fantastic year for Clever Tykes, with the storybooks being gifted to all UK primary schools in January, then schools all around the world incorporating the books and resources into their teaching. We plan to expand our...

Entrepreneurs Champion of the Year

Posted 2nd December 2017 by Clever Tykes 0 4

On 16th November 2017 it was announced that Clever Tykes had won Entrepreneurs’ Champion of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2017. This is a huge award for us because it recognises the power of role models in creating more...