The Young Readers Program host an event at Hull Truck Theatre 

12 Aug 2022 | General News

The Young Readers Program recently hosted an event at Hull Truck Theatre to help encourage more children to have fun while reading outside the classroom, give them access to inspiring books and access to many benefits that they may otherwise be missing out on. 🎓

Reading for enjoyment has proven to have a positive effect on children’s reading skills as well as their wellbeing and mental health. 

#JonathanDouglasCBE, chief executive of the National Literacy Trust, said: “Reading for enjoyment is proven to support mental wellbeing, literacy skills, and future success. Encouraging children to enjoy reading from a young age can have a measurable impact on the rest of their lives. 😀