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21
Mar2026
Human Rights Day reminds us that access to education is constitutionally protected.
But access without comprehension is limited access.
South Africa has made remarkable progress in school enrolment. Nearly all children attend school. Yet PIRLS 2021 revealed that 81% of Grade 4 learners cannot read for meaning in any language. This statistic ... Read More
13
Mar2026
Technology in schools should not replace human judgment. It should amplify it.
Yet many digital systems generate data without converting it into action. Reports accumulate, dashboards expand — but literacy and numeracy gaps remain hidden until teachers feel the pressure.
When reading and comprehension weaknesses go undetected, the impact is operational:
Repeated ... Read More
14
Feb2026
Falling in Love with the Wrong Intervention: Why Literacy Strategy Must Be Systemic, Not Sentimental
Valentine’s Day is about commitment.
In schools, however, literacy decisions are often driven by good intentions rather than structured commitment. Individual interventions are added. Extra worksheets are printed. After-school support is introduced. Yet results remain inconsistent.
The problem is not effort. It is fragmentation.
South African PIRLS data shows persistent comprehension challenges at ... Read More
01
Jan2026
As we welcome 2026, many of us set resolutions—whether it's health, career, or personal growth. But what if one resolution could change lives forever? 📖
Making literacy a priority in 2026 is one of the most powerful goals you can set. Strong reading skills shape futures, create opportunities, and build confidence.
Why ... Read More
25
Dec2025
Every year, we search for the perfect gifts for our loved ones—something meaningful, something lasting. But what if the most valuable gift can’t be wrapped in paper and ribbons?
🎁 The ability to read is a gift that lasts a lifetime. It’s not just about books; it’s about opportunity, independence, and ... Read More
16
Dec2025
Reconciliation isn’t just about acknowledging the past—it’s about building a future where every voice is heard and understood. And one of the most powerful ways to achieve this is through literacy.
The Link Between Literacy and Reconciliation
📚 Reading fosters understanding. Stories from different backgrounds help children develop empathy for others.🕊️ Education ... Read More
27
Oct2025
You grab your phone without thinking.TikTok. Instagram. YouTube Shorts.An hour slips by… and you’re not even sure what you just watched.
You want to read more. You know it matters. But your phone feels like a magnet.And guess what? You’re not alone.Even adults struggle with this.
Why is it so ... Read More
27
Oct2025
Jy gryp jou foon sonder om te dink.
TikTok. Instagram. YouTube Shorts.
En voor jy jou oë uitvee, is ’n uur verby—sonder dat jy weet wat jy eintlik gesien het.
Jy wíl meer lees. Jy wéét dis belangrik. Maar jou foon voel soos ’n magneet.
En weet jy wat? Jy’s nie alleen nie.
Selfs ... Read More
22
Oct2025
Your child runs faster than you ever could.They’ve got endurance, a sense for teamwork, self-discipline…Except when it comes to reading.Then it’s: “Reading is boring, Mom.”⚽
But here’s the truth: Reading and sport aren’t enemies—they’re teammates.
Strong readers make stronger athletes. Because:
They understand instructions quickly
They analyse strategies better
They remember rules ... Read More
22
Oct2025
Jou kind hardloop vinniger as jy ooit kon.Hy of sy het uithouvermoë, 'n sin vir spanwerk, en selfdissipline…Behalwe as dit kom by lees.Dan’s dit soos trek aan ’n os: “Lees is 'boring', Ma.”⚽
Maar hier’s die goeie nuus: Lees en sport is nie vyande nie. Hulle’s spanmaats.
Sterk lesers is sterker sportmense. ... Read More