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A treasure trove of creativity and imagination exists, curated by dedicated publishers committed to nurturing young minds. Among the key players in this realm are the esteemed children’s book publishers in the Philippines, each contributing unique flavors that satiate the…
Early childhood care and development (ECCD) workers in Negros Occidental’s third district recently underwent training in reading literacy to better support young learners. Organized as part of the program “Weaving the Strands of Literacy Skills into Successful Readers,” initiated by…
The Alitaptap Bookshop has opened its doors in Koronadal City to support Filipino authors and promote reading literacy. This initiative, driven by South Cotabato writer Jennie Arado, aims to foster a reading culture and provide access to books within her…
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is back in Manila, set up at Parqal, Aseana City, from May 24 to June 2, 2024. Renowned as the world’s largest book sale, the Big Bad Wolf aims to foster literacy and ignite…
Building robust reading literacy in the Philippines is critical for children’s educational and personal growth. Recent reports reveal the Philippines ranked last in reading comprehension among 79 countries in the 2019 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA). A concerted effort…
Nurturing children’s reading comprehension skills must be a top priority in their educational journey. I firmly believe that strong reading comprehension is fundamental to academic success and overall cognitive development. Therefore, I’ve sought effective strategies to enhance children’s understanding and…
The Department of Education (DepEd) is implementing a science-based approach to address reading challenges highlighted by the 2022 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). Administered by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), PISA is a periodic testing program…
Teachers strongly oppose the Department of Education’s (DepEd) plan to implement Saturday make-up classes during the 2024-2025 school year adjustment period. They argue that this proposal will reduce family time and negatively impact other personal and professional development activities. DepEd’s…
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian’s proposal for a school cellphone ban addresses the growing concern over excessive smartphone use among students. He argues that heavy social media usage distracts students and hampers their reading comprehension and mental health. Gatchalian aims to encourage…
Reading literacy in the Philippines is crucial in shaping the country’s educational landscape and socioeconomic development. However, despite efforts to promote reading, a significant portion of the population still struggles with reading or lacks interest in reading. In this article,…
