EPISODE · Nov 19, 2024 · 46 MIN
The Lost Reading Generation: Here's How We Win Them Back
from The Nurturing Librarian · host Nicole Klett
In this special episode, the discussion is on a recent study by the National Literacy Trust showing a significant decrease in reading among young people. These alarming findings prompt us to consider the challenges surrounding reading, such as time constraints, access to books, and representation and what we can do about it.****Resources National Literacy Trust Report 2024Donate to the American Library AssociationSupport Diverse BooksLeave Books at Your Little Free Library (or Build Your Own)Connect with me on Insta and LinkedIn at The Nurturing Librarian****Looking for more book recs? Check us out on goodreadsMusic: "Almost Bliss" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Reading for pleasure is at its lowest point recorded amongst people ages 8-18. We are about to have a world with a generation that won't have the benefits of reading to expand their horizons, be more compassionate and have an outlet for self-care. Here's what we're going to do about it.
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The Lost Reading Generation: Here's How We Win Them Back
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