Libraries give children access to reading materials that will expand their minds and enrich their education. Educational resources in Ghana are scarce. The government rarely has the funds to provide schools with the needed teachers, classrooms, and textbooks. Additional materials that will enhance learning experiences are simply not available–especially in the rural areas. Families are […]
Many imagine expensive government initiatives to be the key to ending poverty. But studies conducted by UNCESCO have proven that for many impoverished people, literacy is key to reaching a higher standard of living. So what does that mean for African countries, which have some of the highest rates of illiteracy in the world? Especially
Empower Playgrounds First Library This summer we installed a pilot library at the school Bahankra. They were thrilled to provide their students with access to fun children’s books as well as reference materials. View fullsize The picture below is of the librarian who had never held a dictionary before. She is very excited to teach
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