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Yoto has unveiled its new 4th Gen Player and Mini, with a new Green Button designed to make favourite audio easier for children to access.

Yoto's two new kids' audio players have a clever new feature

The Yoto player gives children stories and music to enjoy during long autumn evenings.

The gadget that could make long, dark evenings easier for parents

The Yoto player is a clever gadget giving children something to do after school without reaching for another screen.

The screen-free gadget for keeping children entertained after school

The Yoto player gives children a screen-free way to enjoy stories, music and educational content after school.

This is an after-school gadget that kids will actually enjoy

A Yoto player can bring screen-free stories into a child's bedtime routine as the autumn evenings get darker.

This simple bedtime addition will help kids on darker autumn nights

A Yoto Player gives children a screen-free way to enjoy stories, music and learning while parents enjoy a little more peace and quiet.

The children's gadget that gives parents priceless peace and quiet

The Yoto player can keep children entertained with stories, music and educational content without relying on a screen.

The children's gadget giving parents some much-needed peace

The screen-free gadget that quickly became a favourite with my two and four-year-old nephews. Photo posed by model.

The screen-free gadget my nephews can't get enough of

The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition offers a colourful new take on the classic Kindle reading experience.

Kindle Colorsoft review: Is it worth upgrading?

The Yoto player has become a favourite with both my nephews and their mum. Phtoo posed by a model.

The Yoto player my nephews love and why it's become a family favourite

The popular children's tablet is better than half price - for a limited time

Amazon slashes Fire HD 8 Kids tablet by 53%

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (newest gen)

Amazon Kindle: New devices on sale as support withdrawn for old models

Research of 2,000 mums and dads of kids aged three to 12 revealed 35 per cent don’t believe hearing a story has the same impact as reading print books.

Four in 10 parents consider listening to audiobooks as ‘cheating’

Two Edinburgh book shops are in the running for the industry award

Two bookshops in the running for Independent Bookshop of the Year

More than 400 children from Busy Bees nurseries across Edinburgh have joined the Busy Bees’ “Get the Reading Buzz” pledge - a nationwide initiative aiming to share 45 million books with children in 2026

Edinburgh Nurseries Take on Four-Books-A-Day Challenge as Children’s Reading Hit...

A goal this year for 29 per cent is to read a book per week or month.

Reading is set to be the hot new hobby trend for 2026
Reading is set to be the hot new hobby trend for 2026 as calming traditional pastimes make a comeback.
Alice Hughes

Library

Edinburgh Schools Encouraged to Enter National Library Competition

Hibs ace Junior inspired by fire-and-brimstone boss in coaching hopes

More than 1,000 pupils in Florida, Philadelphia, Arizona, Oklahoma, Indiana, Texas and Connecticut. Educators say it is proving a powerful way to spark curiosity in science whilst keeping children entertained

Ad Feature Children’s book Making Science Magical reaches #1 on Amazon in US & UK

Jordan Obita has signed a new deal with Hibs (Pic: SNS)

Hibs boss Gray thrilled as Jordan Obita tied down on new deal

Gin & Rum

Gin & Rum Festival

Junior Hoilett joined up with the rest of the Hibs squad in the Netherlands this week. Photo: Scott Pearce

Hibs ace reveals 'what matters most' as he embraces Easter Road return

Could the cryptic clues that Slipknot have left with their new website mean an extended re-issue of their self-titled debut?

Slipknot fans try to decipher what new cryptic website is about

Edinburgh Weather: 12 things to do in Edinburgh on a sunny day

Bedtime stories can do much more than just improve a child's sleep

3 ways bedtime stories benefit your child, according to a scientist

The Kindle Scribe combines distraction-free reading with powerful digital writing tools

Kindle Scribe drops to £279.99 in rare Amazon deal

Amanda Holden at The McVities Chocolate Digestives Experience

Amanda Holden attends star studded Chocolate Digestive party
Amanda Holden and Roman Kemp were among a host of celebrities who attended a star-studded 'blue carpet' event at Piccadilly Circus to celebrate 100 years of the humble McVitie’s Chocolate Digestives.
Martin Winter

Despite the line-up for Leeds and Reading having been revealed, could one of these 13 artists make a surprise appearance at either event?

13 'wildcards' who could make an appearance at Leeds and Reading

Digital magazines are very easy to read on a tablet or smartphone, and there’s a massive selection to choose from

How I'm saving cash every month by switching to digital magazines

Boyle, Hoilett and Triantis celebrate a thumping win

Exclusive Hibs in new deal talks with star attacker as Easter Road exit looms

Parents dedicate 48 minutes to reading the most loved book each week

Parents read the same bedtime story to their children 416 times a YEAR

Has the younger Leeds Festival now become "the" go to festival site for Reading and Leeds Festival over the years?

Explainer Has Leeds overtaken Reading? Festival popularity analysis revealed

Thousands of Pompey FC fans flocked to Southsea Common to celebrate the team's League One title and promotion. Pictured: John Pompey Westwood Picture Credit: Keith Woodland

I'm known as UK's biggest football fanatic...but books are my passion

Dobbies’ Grow How session in March will cover propagation

Free gardening workshops at Dobbies’ Edinburgh store this March

About two in five parents struggle with primary school maths terminology

The homework subject parents dread helping with the most uncovered

Finding the perfect date is no longer about looking for a looker, according to a new study

Good looks are no longer a dating priority, according to a new study

The former Hearts boss has provided a verdict

Hearts transfer round-up: Steven Naismith verdict on January move

Enjoy festive favourites like Radio Times with Readly's two-month free trial

Your Christmas reading sorted with this two-month free trial

Christmas drinks offers include exciting options and deals for 2024

Top Christmas booze deals for presents and parties

Some of the acts who could headline Reading and Leeds in 2025.

13 acts that could perform at the 2025 Leeds and Reading Festival

Emma Steel is the head of Every Cherry, which creates and publishes more accessible books

Meet the woman behind ground-breaking new books for children with SEND

The list of top books children should read before they’re four include The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr, and the Michael Rosen classic – We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

The best books children should read before they turn four

Momcozy Sunrise Sound Machine Wake-up Light

Review: Momcozy night light and sound machine is perfect for new mums

From leading by example to diversifying your reading material, there are plenty of ways parents can encourage their kids to read more (Photo: National World/Adobe Stock)

An expert's tips to keep your kids reading over the summer holidays

Adam Le Fondre is looking for a new club after his Hibs departure.

Former Hibs striker begins training with English non-league side

Is Glastonbury Festival bigger than Coachella Festival or even some small countries? A new website can help you discover just how big the festival site is compared to other areas (Credit: Getty Images)

The astonishing size of Glastonbury compared to other festivals

Brighten up your festival experience with these great gadgets

We list the gadgets you should be taking to see out festival season

Credit: Lisa Ferguson

Family activities to do for £5 or less this May half-term

On solid ground - Obita is enjoying his Scottish adventure.

Exclusive: Hibs award winner's leap of faith pays off

Brian Groom

WATCH & LISTEN: Author Brian Groom fights for northern history

Will Carver

Booky Pod: Meet crime writer Will Carver

Jordan Obita has put pen to paper on a new Hibs contract (Pic: SNS)

Hibs defender signs new contract as Easter Road stay extended

Reading takes the top spot with 25% of people choosing it as their favourite hobby. Reading has been loved for many years, and with more ways to do so in the modern age, it has remained a top hobby.

The top 10 hobbies enjoyed by Brits

Obita tackles Fabio Silva in Wednesday night's loss to Rangers.

Obita looking for return to familiar territory as Hibs take on Killie

First team manager Montgomery and director of football McDermott at Hibernian Training Centre.

Hibs director's Monty verdict - and winning mindset promise

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