Our story | Ein stori ni
Hi! I’m Bethan, the founder of WelshReading.com.
This project grew out of our lockdown experience, when supporting early reading at home suddenly became a real challenge, especially for families without Welsh.
I saw how important it was for children to keep hearing key words during this stage of learning, and how difficult it could be for parents and carers — like my non-Welsh speaking husband — to help without knowing how the words should sound. Speaking with other parents confirmed just how widespread this challenge was.
That’s how Welsh Reading was born. I draw together my experiences as a mother, a professional voiceover actor, and a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to create all the materials on this site with my husband, Ben. Ben has been running Watering Can Media for over 25 years along side his co-founder.
The videos, recordings and translations are designed to support, not replace, the resources your child brings home — giving you the confidence to stay one step ahead and share those precious first moments of reading together.
Teacher, Primary English Medium
"I think it's fabulous, so comprehensive. I would definately use it."
Parent, Welsh Medium Primary
"Oh my goodness, this is excellent. I wish this had been available when my older two were small."
Headmaster, Primary English Medium
“I think it would be a great help to our school and parents.”
Parent, Welsh Medium Primary
"That is a brilliant resource. I wish this was available when I started reading with my eldest years ago."