We have prepared a special episode of the Hanaz Writers Podcast for you in anticipation of Alice in Wonderland Day. On Saturday, July 5, 2025, you may follow Charlotte, a Year Two teacher and avid reader of stories, as she takes you through everything that is going on in Oxford. Learn why this day is significant, how Charles Dodgson told the Liddell sisters his story on the riverside, and what contemporary magic is in store for guests this summer.

What to expect in this episode

• A swift trip back to that sunny afternoon in July 1862 when Alice first tumbled down the rabbit hole

• A preview of the city wide festival organised by The Story Museum, themed Quests and Adventures, with half price entry to its interactive galleries

• A first look at Snarks and Riddles, the brand new life sized board game created by young Story Curators

• Details of a giant Wonderland afternoon tea, a Red Queen procession, a living deck of cards, and a croquet match in the Masters Garden at Christ Church

• Tips on talks, walks, and pop up events from the Bodleian Libraries, the History of Science Museum, Alice’s Shop, and many more

• How to join the fun, share your photos with the official hashtags, and keep the spirit of curiosity alive long after the teacups are empty

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The first six months have flown by, so host Mohammed welcomes you back to the Hanaz Writers microphone for a reality check and a big breath. He encourages you to read the scoreboard honestly and guilt-free during the exciting Half Time Huddle and to pull out your New Year's resolutions. The incidents that sapped your spark, your hard-won perseverance, and your hidden qualities are all revealed in Lessons in the Rear View. With condensed goal lists, 12-week sprints, new accountability, and a mini-challenge to reserve one dedicated half-hour in July, Designing July to December then transforms introspection into action. Last but not least, Mindset for the Second Half maintains you on the pitch through monthly celebrations that resemble trophy lifts, daily consistency, and planned rest. The year will end in a few months, so pay attention and prepare to take advantage of this opportunity.

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A lively discussion on National Writing Day, a national festival that was first introduced by the literacy charity First Story in 2017, is held with Charlotte, a Year Two teacher in London.

The big day is Wednesday, June 25, 2025, and this year's theme is #ShareYourVoice, encouraging everyone to write for enjoyment, confidence, and well-being.

Anticipate a wealth of useful advice, ranging from utilising the National Literacy Trust's and the BBC's free prompts and exercises to locating nearby workshops or online challenges where you can submit your work using hashtags like #NationalWritingDay and #WritingMatters.

Charlotte's passion will have you reaching for pen and paper whether you're polishing a partially completed novel, coming up with a brand-new poetry, or looking for ideas for an English lesson.

She discusses the benefits of writing for self-expression, mental health, and lifetime learning and offers simple strategies for including friends and family. Put the date in your calendar, hit play on the show, and prepare to write.

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Charlotte, a London-based Year 2 teacher, hosts Episode 24. Charlotte provides six imaginative suggestions to help you honour the fathers in your life this Father's Day, which falls on Sunday, June 15: read a good book, tell a favourite family tale, write or illustrate something special, reserve a memorable event, make a handmade gift, or prepare a heartfelt meal. The episode ends with a request for listeners to provide their own gift ideas, all of which are intended to express gratitude without going over budget.

Listen to the entire discussion on YouTube, Spotify, Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and learn how a small act of kindness can make Father's Day genuinely unforgettable.

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World Environment Day – Sneak Peek

Join Charlotte, a Year 2 teacher in London, as she invites you to celebrate World Environment Day on 5 June. This year’s global theme is Beat Plastic Pollution, and the Republic of Korea will host the 2025 observance. Charlotte shares inspiring ways for families, schools and local groups to get involved:

• Discover eye-opening picture books such as Rocket Says Clean Up and Somebody Swallowed Stanley, or dive into gripping novels like Song of the Dolphin Boy to spark eco-action.

• Organise a community litter pick and recycling drive to make streets sparkle.

• Encourage young writers to craft stories, poems or comics about caring for our planet.

• Register your own event on the official World Environment Day map and add your voice to the #BeatPlasticPollution movement.

Listen on YouTube or Spotify for the full episode, practical tips and a big dose of eco-motivation.

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Join Charlotte, a Year 2 teacher from London, as she turns the pages on National Share A Story Month, the annual May celebration that transforms classrooms, libraries and bookshops into story hubs. This year the theme Saving the World One Book at a Time invites children and families to explore stories that foster care for the planet, health and community. Expect shout outs to beloved favourites such as The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Matilda together with fresh green reads like Clean Up! and Where the River Runs Gold. Charlotte explains how just ten minutes of shared reading each day boosts imagination, confidence and family well-being, and she highlights library clubs, school challenges and author visits that keep pages turning all summer. Whether you are hunting picture book magic, longer adventures or graphic page turners, Hanaz Writers has you covered. Listen for inspiration, pick a story, share it with someone you love and help grow the next generation of lifelong readers. Best HashtagsBest HashtagsBest Hashtags

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Come explore the life and legacy of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who was born in Edinburgh on May 22, 1859, with Charlotte. Learn how a licensed physician came to be the creative inspiration for Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes. Follow the detective's journey from the first story, A Study in Scarlet, published in 1887, to following books, including The Hound of the Baskervilles, and hundreds of short tales. Hear how his early travels as a ship's surgeon inspired the cases we still adore today. Charlotte also discusses contemporary film adaptations, such as Robert Downey Junior's Adventures and Benedict Cumberbatch's BBC series. You will want to pick up one of these timeless mysteries or go back and read your favourite before the end.

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In this episode of the Hanaz Writers Podcast, Charlotte, a London-based Year 2 teacher, investigates the literary structures that give poems life and dives into the intriguing realm of poetry. From simple Shape Poems to strong methods like similes, metaphors, personification, and alliteration, Charlotte shows how these skills help poets express emotion, establish rhythm, and engage the reader’s imagination.

Using examples of onomatopoeia, syllables, rhyme, and rhythm, she also dissects the significance of sound and structure, emphasising how even the simplest forms, such as haikus, may express profound meaning.

Whether you are new to poetry or looking to enhance your understanding, this episode gives clear concepts, classroom examples, and a respect for the discipline behind poetic writing.

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