Guide, Research
Global Book Alliance
Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience ...

In Rwanda, Save the Children collaborated with education ministries, publishing industry stakeholders, schools, book sellers and libraries in order to strengthen existing systems and increase output and availability of quality local language children’s books. This ‘whole chain’ approach addresses every step of a book’s journey from authorship to child and emphasizes the need for sustainable, profitable industries which will guarantee availability of local-language, contextually relevant reading materials to support a culture of reading in the long term.

Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda
Guide, Research
Global Book Alliance
A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading ...

Developed by the Reading Comprehension Interest Group, this innovative guide is crafted to address the crucial need for enhancing children's engagement in reading and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) practices. It serves as a comprehensive toolkit aimed at empowering teachers, librarians, and community leaders to foster literacy and SEL skills in children through the nurturing environment of community libraries.

A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading Comprehension and Social Emotional Skills
Research
Global Book Alliance
Book Supply Chain Analysis: Nigeria

The Nigeria Book Supply Chain Analysis was commissioned to inform the work of the GBA as well as that of USAID Nigeria, the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Education, and other key development partners. The analysis was conducted in 2022 and focuses on the states of Adamawa, Sokoto, and Ebonyi and the cities of Ibadan and Abuja. The Nigeria SCA Addendum presents Market Analysis Book Survey (MABS) and Market Analysis Focus Group Discussion (MAFGD) reports that probe deeper into the status of essential reading books in the Nigerian education system.

Book Supply Chain Analysis: Nigeria
Research
Global Book Alliance
Book Supply Chain Analysis: Grenada

The Grenada Book Supply Chain Analysis was commissioned to inform the work of the GBA as well as that of USAID/Eastern and Southern Caribbean, the Grenada Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, and other key development partners. The analysis was conducted in 2022.

Book Supply Chain Analysis: Grenada
Guide
Global Book Alliance
Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal ...

This document outlines the details of accessible digital textbooks (ADT), its benefits, and the ways it can be implemented in countries across the world. This initiative uses a universal design for learning that enhances the need for books like ADT not just for students with disabilities, but all students.

Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal Design for Learning

Early literacy

Enjoying Books Together: A Guide for Teachers on the Use of Books in the Classroom

Enjoying Books Together: A Guide for Teachers on the Use of Books in the Classroom

Save the Children 2020

This guide introduces parents to the importance of reading outside of school and has some suggestions for parents and careers of activities that they can use to encourage reading at home.

First Principles for Early Grades Reading Programs in Developing Countries

First Principles for Early Grades Reading Programs in Developing Countries

USAID, IRA, and AIR 2009

First Principles is a guide to incorporating reading and literacy into new projects and developing effective early grades reading programs. It describes a principled approach to observing core dimensions of effective early grades reading programs, including active teaching and learning in supportive learning environments. Strategies and tools are provided to record evidence of first principles at work in local communities, schools, and classrooms.

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Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs

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Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs

USAID 2019

A new paper by the Global Reading Network explores the essential components of early numeracy and literacy programs as a foundation for children's future success. "Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs" outlines a framework to help educators meet the standards for pedagogy and learning in designing large-scale and comprehensive literacy and numeracy programs for children in developing countries.