> “There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” – Jacqueline Kennedy Let’s have a moment to remember your childhood, what comes to your mind? I bet the first few things that you remember are your childhood buddies, toys,…
KITAB Bazar is the first online-based project to enhance the accessibility and affordability of supplementary reading materials for primary-level students in Nepal. The Government of Nepal has assured equitable access to school education to all and has implemented various plans for quality improvement, but the results have not been as…
Books are highly significant in everyone's life, especially in the lives of children. They are great friends because they motivate us to achieve our goals, overcome disappointments, and build a good mindset. A positive attitude is considered as being optimistic about events, interactions, and oneself. In this regard,…
> Children are made readers on the laps of their parents -Emilie Buchwald Children start learning from the moment they are born. Teaching, nurturing, talking, playing, singing, and reading aloud together can help you make the most of these crucial early years. Though a child learns to read at school,…
Have you ever noticed that children prefer illustrated narrative books over standard textbooks in schools? It has a lot to do with the proverb, “ A picture is worth a thousand words”. Illustrations add more clarity in explaining the stories for children and increase engagement in the reading process. Whether you&…
> “Books give a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.’’ - PLATO Books are our best friends. They are a powerhouse of knowledge and vision. There is no such thing as a loyal friend as a book. They give so…
It is said that children who read have higher self-esteem and can take more excellent initiative in their lives. Early experiences and the environments in which children grow have a long-term impact on their future success. Keeping this in mind, children should be given opportunities to read books appropriate to…
Prioritized Minimum Enabling Condition(PMEC) was introduced by The Department of Education (DoE) under its School Sector Reform Plan (SSRP) in 2013 after the failure to ensure 25 child-friendly Minimum Enabling Condition Indicators (MEC). In MEC, the tasks were enormous, and the budget was limited, due to which only five…