From the blank page syndrome to the writing syndrome: nine (9) goals to cure
The blank page syndrome can only be treated with writing syndrome.
Discovering Betty Café Littéraire: Condé Soumah’s innovative initiative for the promotion of children’s books in Guinea
Mrs. Condé Mabéty Soumah is an author of children’s literature based in Guinea and promoter of the platform for the dissemination and promotion of reading and children’s literature, Betty Café Littéraire.
Establishment of a federation of reading clubs in Mali by Mr. Drissa Coulibaly
Mr. Coulibaly is a Malian of Ivorian origin. After completing his primary and elementary school certificate (Common Entrance Certificate), he returned to Mali to continue his secondary and higher education. He now holds a Master’s degree in philosophy and is completing a Master’s degree in Chinese philosophy. At the same time, he teaches philosophy in high schools and runs the Lôniso school “Temple du Savoir” in Kati, a town located 15 km from Bamako
We are recruiting a Knowledge Management Officer
Muna Kalati is recruiting a knowledge management Officer for a period of 1 year. He/she will be responsible for the identification, collection, formatting and diffusion of knowledge (text, audiovisual) around the children’s book industry in Africa. The aim is to increase the visibility and recognition of Muna Kalati as a knowledge hub leader in the children’s book industry in Africa. He or she will develop research partnerships with other associations, libraries, networks, etc in Africa and beyond and will work closely with the Children book programme officer and the Communications Officer
Make children confident and dedicated to their dreams just like in Graça’s dream / Melissa Fagan
In Graça’s Dream, the author Melissa Fagan presents the life of a hard worker and dedicated young girl called Graça, born in a very challenging environment. Through her involvement in…
Do You know what Storytelling Is?
Kongossa is part of storytelling, a component, but not the actual storytelling. There is nothing pejorative in the expression Kongossa. It simply means talking about the other person in his or her absence. In this sense, we have all practiced kongossa in one way or another.
Five techniques for introducing a child to reading and the application of knowledge
Children’s books are full of knowledge that needs to be passed on to African children (medicine, gastronomy, legends, etc.). This knowledge can really enable children to develop gradually and become complete and qualified people later on.
How to Make Reading a Hobby for your Little One ?
On October 27, 2021 was held an experience sharing around the theme “how to make reading a hobby in your little one?” The organizer of the activity Nadine Mekougoum, sociologist and promoter of Harambee Africa shared her experience on the issue, on the Facebook page, Parents 2.0. She focused on her experience gained through exchanges with some families and her active participation in the Read’arts workshops. She came up with a few tips that parents can use.
book review of “Un petit garçon au village”
We have read for you Un petit garçon au village, written by Dozilet Kpolo and illustrated by Tiémoko Sylla. Let’s discover it ?
Children’s Book Review: Look up! by Jen Thorpe/ Lauren Nel
Jen Thorpe wrote the book “LOOK UP”. Jen Thorpe is a South African researcher and a feminist writer. She has worked with international and local organizations on gender equality issues….