Digital libraries have been a norm for the past few years due to the advent of technology. They are quickly becoming the standard since they combine technology and information resources to allow remote access to educational content.

The following recommended educational websites are comprehensive and reliable sources of information suited for all ages.

www.read.gov/kids – The United States of America Library of Congress is the USA’s oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of the government. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections.

www.readingrockets.org – Reading Rockets is an American English literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read and how caring adults can help.

www.scholastic.com/parents

www.scholastic.com/100books Scholastic was founded in 1920 as a single classroom magazine. Today, Scholastic books and educational materials are in tens of thousands of schools and tens of millions of homes worldwide, helping to open a world of possibilities for children across the globe.

SIS SAYS…

Why we love reading?

Reading can help you learn new things. I love to read and I have an extensive vocabulary. So why do I love reading? Well, it gives me colorful imagination, focused concentration, and learn a new language, perhaps.

Josiah, Year 7

Reading is important not only for the development of our minds but also for achieving critical thinking skills. It helps us understand and appreciate different perspectives, ideas, and people. Some may not enjoy it, but it is a great source of knowledge. It is like seeing a whole different world through someone else’s eyes. We begin to imagine and create a kaleidoscope world.

Pink, Year 8

Aiming for a good memory? Better read. Reading allows you to remember the characters and their roles, visualize the plot, and create a better ending. Likewise, it enhances intelligence. With every book you read, you have a wide opportunity of learning new things. The more you read, the more you know.

Bluefin, Year 9