Children need access to quality books and other reading material to develop and grow as readers, thinkers and writers. This might seem obvious, but it is not that simple - the key point being abundance of reading material! Children thrive in reading when the environment contains a lot of interesting and engaging books and other reading material. In other words, this means a large collection of books organized as per reading levels and interest of the students in a special and inviting place to enjoy independent reading time and book-related activities with peers. Such a place is called a ‘Library’. Children who read often become better readers, which leads to success in school and other areas of life.
The need for this special place called ‘Library’ in every school is recognised by the National Curriculum Framework, 2005, the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 and the National Education Policy, 2020.The library is an essential component of the school, providing not only resources for joyful learning, but also equipping children with sustainable reading skills to make them enthusiastic and independent readers. Libraries create resources for learners and teachers while extending support to schools in achievement of the curricular goals.
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