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Hi, I’m James, a qualified teacher, former Assistant Headteacher for English, Literacy and Teaching and Learning - and now, the creator of Knowva, the ad-free children’s encyclopaedia and learning platform made for curious young minds!

Every article and educational video in the app is written, produced, and reviewed by me to make online learning for kids clear, engaging, and safe. 

I was inspired to create Knowva by my own children. Watching them explore the internet made me realise how difficult it is to find trusted educational websites for kids that are both informative and free from distractions. I wanted to build a place where families could learn together, with accurate information presented in simple, child-friendly language. I also wanted to make a resource that was meaningful and engaging - building upon many years of experience in the classroom and in schools, leading in English, Literacy, Careers and Teaching and Learning. 

Knowva is my way of helping children learn online safely, encouraging curiosity while giving parents confidence that every fact, image, and video has been created with care and guided by real teaching experience.

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Knowva and Landmarks: Kid Friendly Landmark Facts
Learning & Curiosity

Landmark Facts for Kids: What Children Should Notice About a Famous Place

A parent-friendly guide to the landmark facts that help children understand a place, remember it more easily, and use what they learn in homework, projects, and conversation.

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March 23rd
Knowva and Landmarks: What Is A Landmark?
Learning & Curiosity

What Is a Landmark? A Simple Guide for KS1 and KS2 Children

A parent-friendly guide to what landmarks are, why they matter, and how children can recognise famous, natural, and local landmarks.

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March 23rd
Knowva and Sports: Different Types of Sport
Learning & Curiosity

Different Types of Sport for Kids: Water, Racquet, Combat and More

A parent-friendly guide to different types of sport for kids, helping children explore sports by setting, equipment, and movement style in a simple, structured way.

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March 22nd
Knowva and Sports: Sports Vocabulary
Learning & Curiosity

Sports Vocabulary for Kids: Simple Rules, Equipment and Positions Explained

A parent-friendly guide to sports vocabulary for kids, with simple explanations of common sport words linked to rules, equipment, positions, actions, and scoring.

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March 22nd
Knowva and Sports: Team and Individual Sports
Learning & Curiosity

Team Sports vs Individual Sports for Kids: How to Help Your Child Find the Right Fit

A parent-friendly guide to team sports vs individual sports for kids, with simple ways to think about confidence, temperament, enjoyment, and helping your child find the right fit.

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March 22nd
Developing Vocabulary: Using the Frayer Model
Learning & Curiosity

Using a Frayer Model with Kids: A Simple Way to Build Vocabulary at Home

A parent-friendly guide to using a Frayer model, or a simpler word box, to help children understand new vocabulary more deeply through definitions, examples, non-examples, and simple discussion.

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March 22nd
Knowva and Machines & Tech: Renewable Energy for Kids
Learning & Curiosity

Renewable Energy for Kids: How to Explain Wind Turbines and Solar Power

A parent-friendly guide to renewable energy for kids, with simple explanations of wind turbines, solar panels, and how cleaner energy sources help power everyday life.

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March 18th
Knowva and Machines & Tech: Robots and How They Help
Learning & Curiosity

Robots for Kids: What Children Usually Want to Know First

A parent-friendly guide to robots for kids, with simple explanations of what robots are, what they do, where they are used, and how to answer common child questions clearly.

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March 18th
Knowva and Machines & Tech: Inventions and their Impact
Learning & Curiosity

Inventions for Kids: How New Ideas Change Everyday Life

A parent-friendly guide to inventions for kids, explaining what inventions are, why they matter, and how new ideas change everyday life through problem solving and creativity.

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March 18th
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