A round table is covered by colorful children’s books and laptops as writers and illustrators flip through book pages, discussing the balance between text and images. This collaboration allows artists…
Indonesia has long faced challenges in reading literacy, ranking among the lowest-performing nations globally. This pressing reality highlights the urgent need to enhance reading skills and cultivate a love for…
Last week, Let’s Read Bangladesh and BRAC University hosted “Translating Stories for Young Minds,” a workshop that inspired students to make reading more accessible for children. The event combined hands-on…
Access to high-quality, culturally relevant educational materials is crucial for helping children develop strong reading skills. However, a lack of reading resources and support can hold back young learners in…
In the Maldives, our Let’s Read initiative has collaborated with local writers to expand the availability of Dhivehi-language children’s literature. As of August 2024, 197 books are available in Dhivehi…
The Let’s Read program in Cambodia is boosting early literacy in kindergarten students through a new curriculum that combines classroom sessions with home-based learning via the Let’s Read app. Launched in March, this initiative engages families and has already increased readership, showing promising results in three public schools.
A vibrant celebration of reading and creativity took place at “Let’s Read In the Park”, bringing joy and inspiration to children across Dhaka. Supported by The Asia Foundation and organized…
From May 31 to June 1, The Asia Foundation’s Let’s Read team in Bangladesh organized a Capacity-Building Training session for its partner organizations. The event, held in collaboration with Light…
In Nepal, our Let’s Read initiative is continuing to cultivate a love of books and reading through interactive and community-focused literature festivals. The initiative draws on The Asia Foundation’s deep…
This year, The Asia Foundation’s longest-running program, Books for Asia, has taken a momentous step as it completes its metamorphosis into the Let’s Read children’s storybook initiative. Launched at the…
Reading can exert a powerful influence on children’s social and emotional development. Storybooks and young-adult fiction can introduce children to characters and situations that expand their capacity for empathy and…