Housebuilder marks International Children’s Book Day in Aberdeen

Housebuilder marks International Children’s Book Day in Aberdeen

PUPILS from Brimmond Primary School in Aberdeen received a visit from author and storyteller Jackie Ross to celebrate International Children’s Book Day this week, courtesy of housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes. As a founder member of the Grampian Association of Storytellers, Jackie led a session with a nod to the area’s native dialect. During the visit, pupils from P1 and P2 enjoyed a sit-down reading session with Jackie, followed by a …

Every April 2nd marks the International Children's Book Day, a date established in 1967 by the International Youth Book Organization (IBBY) with the aim of highlighting the importance of literature in the development of children. Reading in childhood stimulates imagination, fosters empathy and strengthens language development, becoming an essential tool for personal growth. The celebration is held in honor of Hans Christian Andersen, the Danish …