SchoolNews April 1, 2025 Shannon Meyerkort
They say it takes a village to raise a child, but how many does it take to raise a reader?
They say it takes a village to raise a child, but how many does it take to raise a reader? A parent? A teacher? A librarian?
Literacy isn’t just about being able to read, it’s about developing a love of stories and books, a respect for differences and a willingness to explore new ideas.
This is why the team from Your Kids Next Read (YKNR) is working to raise a village, and asking individuals, organisations and publications to get involved.
“Becoming a reader is more than just learning how to read,” says author Allison Tait, one third of YKNR, together with author Allison Rushby and author/teacher-librarian Megan Daly. “It’s about finding the books that speak to you and discovering the joy of literature.”…
“Parents are often at a loss as to where to go for help. Many understand the importance of reading for their children, but are not necessarily readers themselves, and so don’t know where to turn. With school libraries and specialist bookshops under pressure, they need other trusted sources of information to help their young readers find those books that might not be as ‘popular’ but are just what that young reader needs.” Allison Tait
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