International Literacy Day 2021
Happy International Literacy Day!
Welcome to our 12 hours Read-A-Thon event to celebrate International Literacy Day. Enjoy the most entertained storytimes and literacy workshops while helping us reach 5000 children in need of education support. Don’t forget that you can also watch it on-demand later! 😀
This is a completely FREE event but we encourage you to give the gift of literacy and help children who are in high risk of becoming functional illiterate adults.
Happy International Literacy Day and Welcome to our Read-A-Thon Event
Welcome to our 12 hours Read-A-Thon event to celebrate International Literacy Day. Enjoy the most entertained storytimes and literac...
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Event Schedule
Plan your day! Choose between different storytimes and literacy workshops.
Don’t forget that you can also watch the event on-demand after the 8 of September!
Don’t forget that you can also watch the event on-demand after the 8 of September!
Smelly Cats
Two cats who are cousins and portrays the everyday challenges of different socio-economics, academic and religious backgrounds in wh...
Fish Don’t Sneeze
Listen to Rachel from Reading and Beyond read aloud Fish Don't Sneeze, a fantastic book by Kirstie Watson. A fish that sneezes? It's...
Tiko and Ndane
Did you know that a cat and dog can be friends? Did you know we are all equal despite coming from different backgrounds. Tiko and Nd...
Abe The Service Dog
Abe was a real Service Dog who dedicated his life assisting BJ, a good family friend. ServiceDogs are smart, well trained, well beha...
The Little Prince
The story follows a young prince who visits various planets in space, including Earth, and addresses themes of loneliness, friendshi...
Student Engagement
Dr. Jill Tussey and Dr. Leslie Haas have a vast experience in curriculum and instruction across K-12, undergraduate, and graduate co...
The Power of Joyful Reading
Eric Litwin and Dr. Gina Pepin wrote The Power of Joyful Reading to Help Your Young Readers Soar to Success! In this workshop, Dr. G...
Read a Book, Make a Difference – Engaging Kids in Reading
Reading is fun, but what if reading a story could improve not only your own reading skills, but help other readers too? Motivate you...
Run Saba, Run!
Run Saba, Run! is an illustrated children's storybook written by Upsana Makati. Listen to her author narrates the adventurous journe...
Sun Books: Connecting the Unconnected
Sun Books brings together innovative software and hardware, books and educational activities, and the local community to enhance chi...
Found in Melbourne
There is so much to do in Melbourne. So many places to see and new friends to meet. Discover the magic of this city in this story wr...
(ESPAÑOL) ABCDario Latinoamericano
Discover more about Latin America and Colombia with Daniela, Purpose Books Founder and Aprende Leyendo Ambassador. Daniela loves to...
Busy Izzy and Newly Truly
Busy Izzy and Newly Truly is a great story about the adventures of Busy Izzy, a vivacious and capable 12-year-old girl, and her newl...
Flowers for Sunaina
Flowers for Sunaina, a wonderful book written by Vandana Naidu that narrates the story of two friends and encourages inclusion, help...
Creative Children Like the Animals of the World
Inspire the kids to express their innate play with ideas in writing and drawing with this book. That will reveal their strengths and...
The King’s Drapes
Listen to Cameron Finch from Atmosphere Press read aloud this fantastic story by Jocelyn Tambascio. The timeless tale of The King's...
Engage Children in Reading With the Power of Interactive Books
BOOKR Kids‘ reading apps help achieve this goal by communicating classic storybooks in new, more engaging ways while also building o...
The Thoughtful Tales of Baby Brown Bear
The Thoughtful Tales of Baby Brown Bear is a series of children’s rhyme stories by Siddharthiya Pillay following Baby Brown Bear and...
The Power of Young People to Change the World
Get inspired by these young leaders who are aiming to eradicate illiteracy. Every year, the World Literacy Foundation runs a free g...
2021 World Literacy Awards Ceremony
Don't miss the 2021 World Literacy Awards ceremony! Every year, the World Literacy Foundation recognizes individuals and organizatio...
Why Knowing The 44 Sounds Of English Is So Critical To English Literacy
FUNetix is a groundbreaking reading app created for children ages 5-9 and based on 17 years of research. Learn why knowing the 44 So...
My First Sleepover – Strawberry Shortcake
Join Adele as she reads one of her favourite Aussie stories, "Strawberry Shortcake - My First Sleepover," written by the talented La...
Grandma’s Treasured Shoes
Grandma has oodles and oodles of shoes! Walking shoes, dancing shoes, fancy and plain, Grandma has a shoe for every occasion. So why...
Event Schedule
Plan your day! Choose between different storytimes and literacy workshops.
Don’t forget that you can also watch the event on-demand after the 8 of September!
Don’t forget that you can also watch the event on-demand after the 8 of September!
