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* The Basic Skills Agency is offering free Read and Count posters to support the early learning goals in literacy and numeracy. There are six posters including the alphabet, counting and shapes. Postage of 2.50 is payable. Call 0870 600 2400 or visit www.basic-skills.co.uk. * A humorous storybook, Dr Xargle's Book of Earthlet Sleepovers, explains bedwetting to children and reassures them they are not alone. Order the free book from DryNites on 0800 085 8189.

* A humorous storybook, Dr Xargle's Book of Earthlet Sleepovers, explains bedwetting to children and reassures them they are not alone. Order the free book from DryNites on 0800 085 8189.

* 'Come and Play', a music-making resource pack for playworkers from 4Children, includes an audio CD and CD-Rom to facilitate music sessions at out-of-school clubs and holiday playschemes. Packs have been distributed to all clubs, playschemes and local authorities taking part in the Come and Play scheme. Call Stefanie Williams on 020 7522 6975 or e-mail ComeandPlay@4children.org.uk.

* A new video/DVD, 'Cuddletime TV', is dialogue-free and shows babies smiling and laughing to relax viewers and strengthen the bond between carer and child. The video costs 9.99, DVD 12.99 from 01273 476437.

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