Tag: Literacy
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Children and Teens Roundup: The Best New Picture Books and Novels
Fresh Picture Books for little readers This season brings a delightful crop of picture books designed to spark imagination and early literacy. From festive adventures to everyday kindness, these vibrant titles are perfect for shared reading and independent perusal alike. Expect playful rhyme, bold illustrations, and gentle life lessons that grow with your child as…
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Tanzania Posts Launches 55th Essay Writing Competition to Elevate Youth Voices
Overview of the 55th Essay Writing Competition The Tanzania Posts Corporation has announced the 55th edition of its long-running essay writing competition, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing literacy and critical thinking among Tanzania’s youngest writers. The annual event invites children and young people to craft essays that reflect their understanding of local issues, personal experiences,…
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Tanzania Posts Launches 55th Essay Writing Competition to Spotlight Youth Voices
Overview: A Long-Standing Initiative to Nurture Young Talent The Tanzania Posts Corporation has kicked off its 55th Essay Writing competition, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing the writing talents of children and young people across the nation. The annual event serves as a platform for participants to express themselves, share insights on local challenges, and showcase…
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Bookbuzz Foundation and EU Partner: Nigeria Picture Book Project Lashed by Lagos Ambition
Introducing a New Era for Nigerian Children’s Literature The Bookbuzz Foundation, in a strategic collaboration with the European Union, has launched a landmark initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of Nigerian children’s authors. The Nigeria Picture Book Project was unveiled in Lagos at the Ouida venue in Opebi, drawing writers, artists, educators, and culture…
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Bookbuzz Foundation, EU partner to groom next generation of children authors
Bookbuzz Foundation and EU Partner to Nurture Nigeria’s Young Authors The Bookbuzz Foundation has joined forces with the European Union to kick off the Nigeria Picture Book Project, a program designed to cultivate the next generation of children’s authors in Nigeria. The launch, held at Ouida in Opebi, Lagos, brought together writers, artists, educators, and…
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Nigeria Picture Book Project Launch: Bookbuzz Foundation and EU Groom Future Nigerian Authors
Overview: A milestone for children’s literature in Nigeria Writers, artists, educators, and culture enthusiasts gathered at Ouida in Opebi, Lagos for a landmark event: the launch of the Nigeria Picture Book Project, a collaborative effort between the Bookbuzz Foundation and the European Union. The ceremony underscored a shared commitment to nurturing young talent and elevating…
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Gatchalian calls on LGUs to intensify battle against functional illiteracy
Introduction: A call to local leadership Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has intensified his push for local government units (LGUs) to take a central role in addressing functional illiteracy, citing a troubling nationwide count that has doubled in recent years. Functional literacy, which measures a person’s ability to read, write, and perform basic numerical tasks in everyday…
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Ghana prioritises teacher training to strengthen foundational learning
Ghana doubles down on foundational learning through teacher training Ghana is prioritising the training of more teachers in foundational learning as part of a broader strategy to improve literacy, numeracy, and children’s socio-emotional skills. Speaking at the launch of the 2025 Foundational Learning Action Tracker (FLAT) in Accra, Deputy Minister of Education Dr. Clement Apaak…
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Foundational Learning in Ghana: Teacher Training Push
Ghana Accelerates Foundational Learning Through Teacher Training Ghana is intensifying its focus on foundational learning by expanding teacher training, a move officials say is central to improving student outcomes. Deputy Minister of Education Dr. Clement Apaak announced the strategic shift during the launch of the 2025 Foundational Learning Action Tracker (FLAT) in Accra, underscoring the…
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DepEd Launches ARAL Program to Enhance Literacy and Learning
Introduction to DepEd’s ARAL Program In response to the significant learning crisis facing the Philippines, the Department of Education (DepEd) recently launched the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Program. This initiative aims to bolster foundational skills and improve literacy among Filipino learners, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding…