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The UNESCO-initiated World Book Day celebration is held annually on 23 April, William Shakespeare’s date of birth, which falls on a Friday this year. The theme for the day, READING: A NON-STOP JOURNEY, reflects the importance of reading skills in life-long learning, intellectual development and psychological well-being. |
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Attached is a list of suggestions compiled by the staff of EDULIS (WCED Education Library and Information Service) for school-based activities to mark World Book Day in a rewarding and enjoyable way. |
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A colourful poster depicting the spirit of World Book Day will be made available as follows: |
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The SABC will distribute the poster together with an educational resources pack free of charge to all primary schools in late February 2004. |
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Secondary schools may collect the poster at their respective EMDCs. |
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Schools are encouraged to acknowledge the value of reading by participating enthusiastically in reading-based activities on World Book Day. |
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Schools may request block loans of books from the EDULIS Library well before the time for use on World Book Day. |
| 4.2 |
Use should also be made of the books supplied to Foundation Phase classrooms in terms of the 100+ Books Project. |
SIGNED: M.J. CHILES
HEAD: EDUCATION
DATE: 2004:03:12
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