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White smoke rose above the Sistine Chapel at 6:07 p.m. on May 8, 2025. After only four rounds of voting, the cardinals inside the conclave had made their decision. The Catholic Church now has its 267th leader—an announcement that filled…
Parents, teachers, and even politicians keep telling kids to read. But how can children love reading when the books in front of them don’t reflect who they are? We push literacy campaigns, distribute imported titles, and fill classrooms with borrowed…
In an era overflowing with devices and streaming feeds, one voice recently reminded us about theimportance of reading. Tenth-grader Stacey Allison S. Vincecruz delivered a TEDx talk at TEDxMHPNHS Youth, now posted on YouTube on April 29, 2025, where she…
In the heart of a busy mall, one quiet corner reminds visitors of the joy of slowing down: the Book Nook at SM Podium. This charming spot breathes new life into public reading spaces, offering an inviting area where anyone—from…
The recent article published on Gully Books about the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) report left me deeply troubled. It revealed that nearly 19 million Filipino high school graduates between 2019 and 2024 cannot fully understand what they read. This problem…
If you love finding new Filipino children’s books for your home or classroom, this year has some exciting spots to check out. Between book fairs and freshly opened book cafés, 2025 feels like a great time to help young readers…
The Department of Education (DepEd) officially set June 16, 2025, as the opening date for School Year 2025–2026. The agency announced this on April 17, confirming the academic year will end on March 31, 2026. This decision restores the traditional…
Filipino celebrities continue branching beyond film, TV, and social media. One area where their creativity shines is in writing stories for young readers. Several well-known personalities have published children’s books that reflect personal values, promote self-esteem, or share slices of…
Parents shape their children’s worldview through stories they hear and books they read. When those stories reflect the child’s culture, identity takes root early. A home library filled with children’s books about Filipino culture supports language development, emotional awareness, and…
It feels good to see the Philippines get recognized for something many of us work hard daily—helping children learn to read and write. On April 7, 2025, the World Literacy Foundation awarded our country the “Significant Contribution to World Literacy…
