Celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day in the City
Celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day in the City Joburg
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Calling all bookworms to celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day at the City of Johannesburg’s libraries.
National Book Week is commemorated annually between 5 and 11 September. In the same week, Literacy Day is recognized on 8 September. The City’s libraries will host a program to commemorate these significant events through creative writing, a spelling bee, online writing programs, and much more. Nothing beats the feeling of being curled up with a new book to dive completely into a fictional world, or that feeling when you have a new book waiting for you at home.
Commemorating Book Week surely must top the list of fun things to do with other book enthusiasts. The events will kick off on 5 September and end on Saturday, 9 September.
List of Events:
- On 5 September, librarians from Orange Farm Library will host a reading with senior citizens session between 10:00 – 12:00.
- On 6 September, Tshepisong Library is hosting a book quiz with grade 4–7 learners from 14:30.
- On 7 September, Florida Library is hosting a creative writing session between 10:00 – 12:00. It’s open to learners, and they will get the opportunity to create their own stories, poems, or books using pictures. A guest speaker, who is an author, will talk to learners about writing their own book, story, or poem.
Events focused on celebrating Literacy Day on Friday, 8 September:
- Rosettenville Library will celebrate Literacy Day by reading and spelling with kids from Rosettenville Primary and Mudi Learning Centre.
- Noordgesig Library will observe the day by reminding the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights and by advancing the literacy agenda towards a more literate and sustainable society.
- Diepkloof Zone 5 Libraries will partner with Diepkloof Adult Basic Education and Training and assist students to read and write using tablets or laptops.
- Diepkloof Zone 1 Library will promote literacy for foundational learning and is open to children aged between 6 and 16 years old.
- Emdeni Library will raise awareness about the importance of literacy within schools.
- Florida Library will present a workshop to early childhood development caregivers on the importance of books, including the importance of storytelling and book education.
- Bramfischerville Library will host a spelling bee with a local primary school for grades 6 and 7.
- Naturena Library will launch an online writing program.
What are you waiting for? Look for programs in your area and celebrate National Book Week and Literacy Day the right way. If there are no programs targeted at your area, be sure to still visit the City libraries to use their services.
Written by Brümilda Swartbooi
05/09/2023
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.1 By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes | Not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.6 By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy | The events hosted by the City’s libraries to commemorate National Book Week and Literacy Day contribute to promoting literacy among children, youth, and adults. |
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.a Build and upgrade education facilities that are child, disability and gender sensitive and provide safe, non-violent, inclusive and effective learning environments for all | The City’s libraries serve as safe and inclusive learning environments for individuals of all ages. |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | 11.7 By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons and persons with disabilities | The City’s libraries provide accessible spaces for individuals of all ages and abilities to engage in educational activities. |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 4.1: By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes.
- Target 4.6: By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy.
- Target 4.a: Build and upgrade education facilities that are child, disability and gender sensitive and provide safe, non-violent, inclusive and effective learning environments for all.
- Target 11.7: By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons and persons with disabilities.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
The article does not mention specific indicators to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, the events hosted by the City’s libraries, such as reading sessions, spelling bees, creative writing sessions, and online writing programs, can be seen as indicators of efforts to promote literacy and provide inclusive learning environments.
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