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Delight Ratesh (second right) the founder of Delight Book Club and some members. Delight is a programme that aims to ensure children in Kisumu become better readers and writers. [Photos Michael Mute, Standard]
With the rise of mobile phones and social media, there has been a worldwide decline in children's ability to read for meaning. However, encouraging and developing a love of reading this holiday season is one of the most important gifts parents can give their children, with benefits lasting throughout their lives.
By integrating reading into daily life from a young age, and making it an enjoyable activity, parents can help their children develop a lifelong love for reading, thereby improving their prospects of personal and academic achievement.
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