Order your book!

Penguin have published 'A Good Childhood: Searching for Values in a Competitive Age' the culmination of over two years independent study commissioned by The Children's Society into what makes a good childhood.

Written by Richard Layard and Judy Dunn the book examines childhood issues from broken homes, materialism and obesity. It is generating extensive debate across the nation. Easily accessible, the content inspires everyone to take a look at their own relationships with children. Available online or at your local bookshop, find out what everyone is talking about this month and beyond.

Volunteer

Do you enjoy meeting new people and sharing the things you feel passionate about? Would you like to develop a talent or learn new skills, as well as having a lot of fun along the way? If so, volunteering with The Children's Society could be for you. We offer a diverse range of activities that are flexible enough to suit your lifestyle, interests and availability.

Visit our play your part website to find out more.

Do you have what it takes to be a mentor?

Mentoring has been proven to give children and young people the confidence and skills they need to achieve their goals and deal with life’s challenges.

Want to get involved in fundraising in your local area?

An amazing 10,000 people support The Children's Society by fundraising in their local communities. You can get involved too!

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Be a record breaker!

Be part of one of our fundraising appeals and help us make childhood better for all children. Activities include organising a local Coffee Morning, a Collection for children and seasonal appeals like Christingle. We've even broken a world record in our last Big Stitch attempt! Check out page 148 in the new Guinness Book of World Records.

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