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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 Machines & Tech: Computers and the Internet for Kids
Learning & Curiosity

Technology for Kids: How to Explain Computers, Devices and the Internet Simply

A parent-friendly guide to explaining technology for kids, including computers, digital devices, input and output, and how the internet works in simple everyday language.

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March 18th
Knowva and Machines & Tech: Exploring Simple Machines
Learning & Curiosity

Simple Machines for Kids: Easy Everyday Examples for KS1 and KS2

A parent-friendly guide to simple machines for kids, with clear explanations and everyday examples to help children understand how levers, pulleys, wheels, ramps, and other basic mechanisms work.

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March 18th
Knowva And Jobs: Exploring Jobs Through Interests
Learning & Curiosity

Different Jobs for Kids: Helping Children Explore Careers Through Their Interests

A parent-friendly guide to different jobs for kids, helping children explore careers through interests such as animals, space, art, helping people, and how things work.

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March 18th
Knowva and Jobs: Job Role Play Ideas
Learning & Curiosity

Job Role Play Ideas for Kids: Easy Career Activities at Home

A parent-friendly guide to job role play ideas for kids, with easy home activities that help children explore careers through play, talk, drawing, and imagination.

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March 18th
Knowva and Jobs: Exploring Different Careers
Learning & Curiosity

Career Exploration for Kids: How to Talk About Jobs Without Pressure

A parent-friendly guide to career exploration for kids, with simple ways to talk about jobs and interests without turning the future into pressure.

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March 18th
Knowva and Jobs: Why do Grown Ups Have to Go To Work?
Learning & Curiosity

Why Do People Go to Work? A Simple Parent Guide for Younger Children

A simple, parent-friendly guide to answering the question “Why do people go to work?” for younger children, with clear explanations about jobs, helping, money, and everyday life.

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March 18th
Knowva and Jobs: Community Helper Roles
Learning & Curiosity

Community Helpers for Kids: Everyday Jobs Children See Around Them

A simple, parent-friendly guide to community helpers for kids, explaining familiar everyday jobs and why they matter in children’s lives.

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March 18th
Knowva and Countries: Pain Free Geography
Learning & Curiosity

How to Help Kids Learn About Countries Without Making It Feel Like Homework

A parent-friendly guide to helping children learn about countries in a calm, natural way through curiosity, short routines, maps, and simple comparison.

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March 17th
Knowva and Countries: Understanding Countries of the World
Learning & Curiosity

Countries of the World for Kids: Easy Ways to Explore and Compare Places

A parent-friendly guide to exploring countries of the world with children, using simple comparisons, maps, country facts, and capital cities to build wider geography knowledge.

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March 17th
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