Video: Little book dragon roars about reading aloud
The 10-year-old shares his love for reading with the world on World Read Aloud Day.
CULLEN Delport, a Grade 5 learner at Winston Park Primary School, absolutely loves to read and one of his all-time favourite books is The World’s Worst Children by comedian, David Williams.
The 10-year-old said, “I like reading aloud because it conquers your fears when you are shy.”
Celebrated on 3 February 2021, World Read Aloud Day highlights the importance of reading aloud and sharing stories.
This is especially important for younger children, said READ Educational Trust, a South African based non-profit organisation. Established in 1979, the organisation works alongside the Department of Education to implement teacher training and literacy projects in schools.
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In a statement, the NPO said the early childhood development (ECD) sector was hit particularly hard by the lockdown restrictions.
“After months of lockdown, very few preschools, play groups and crèches opened again, for financial reasons. Now, more than ever, the simplest activity, such as reading aloud to young children, is priceless in this extraordinary context. Reading aloud also boosts confidence, helps children cope better with anxiety, develops memory and expands children’s worlds. It supports healthy brain development that forms a priceless foundation for success at school and beyond,” read the statement.
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