The Mark Makers | Swirlo Story Book

Say hello to Swirlo the Magic Pot Mark, the swirly superstar of circles and spirals! The Swirlo Story Book is part of the much-loved Mark Makers series by Rachel Fay, a qualified teacher and the creative brain behind Little Learners. Designed for children under 5, this storybook takes your little one on a magical journey that builds the foundations of early writing—all while having heaps of fun!

Swirlo is all about circles—those all-important marks that help children learn to write letters like ‘o’, ‘a’, and ‘g’. With his spellbinding personality and twirly tale, Swirlo makes it exciting and achievable for young learners to practise circular motions, which are essential for confident mark making.

Whether you’re using this in a sensory space, early years classroom or curled up on the sofa at home, this storybook is a wonderful way to support pre-writing development, coordination, and creative thinking. It’s storytelling with purpose—and plenty of personality!

Features:

• Introduces Swirlo the Magic Pot Mark, who teaches children how to form circles through story

• Part of The Mark Makers early writing programme created by a qualified teacher

• Fun and engaging storyline designed to support fine motor skills and mark-making confidence

• A brilliant resource for sensory rooms, schools, nurseries, and home learning

• Encourages early literacy, shape recognition, and creative expression through character-led play

• Perfectly complements the Mark Makers Activity Book and other storybooks in the series

• Ideal for making writing fun, accessible and exciting for little learners

Specifications:

• Includes: 1 x Swirlo Story Book

• Format: Paperback

• Character Focus: Swirlo – the Magic Pot Mark for circles

• Size: Standard A4 for little hands to hold and explore

• Age Recommendation: Suitable for children aged 3–5

• Ideal for: Early years classrooms, sensory spaces, homes, and nursery settings