Back to School

A few days ago, a new school year began in our country.

At this time of year, with a bit of luck, schools are spruced up with a lick of paint, toilet repairs, and the tidying up of cupboards, amongst other tasks. Teachers review and draw up their lesson plans, timetables, and all the guidelines they need to ensure a successful year.

As librarians, we simply hope that the libraries in every single school in our country are also given a boost, and that, hopefully, children are welcomed with a book in hand, along with plans, projects and strategies to encourage and inspire reading for better understanding.

At this time, given the state of the world, more than ever, we need to develop the critical thinking, discernment and creativity of children and young people, based on what they read.

Without reading, we cannot achieve the quality education we so desire.