Guide, Research
Global Book Alliance
Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience ...

In Rwanda, Save the Children collaborated with education ministries, publishing industry stakeholders, schools, book sellers and libraries in order to strengthen existing systems and increase output and availability of quality local language children’s books. This ‘whole chain’ approach addresses every step of a book’s journey from authorship to child and emphasizes the need for sustainable, profitable industries which will guarantee availability of local-language, contextually relevant reading materials to support a culture of reading in the long term.

Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda
Guide, Research
Global Book Alliance
A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading ...

Developed by the Reading Comprehension Interest Group, this innovative guide is crafted to address the crucial need for enhancing children's engagement in reading and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) practices. It serves as a comprehensive toolkit aimed at empowering teachers, librarians, and community leaders to foster literacy and SEL skills in children through the nurturing environment of community libraries.

A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading Comprehension and Social Emotional Skills
Research
Global Book Alliance
Book Supply Chain Analysis: Nigeria

The Nigeria Book Supply Chain Analysis was commissioned to inform the work of the GBA as well as that of USAID Nigeria, the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Education, and other key development partners. The analysis was conducted in 2022 and focuses on the states of Adamawa, Sokoto, and Ebonyi and the cities of Ibadan and Abuja. The Nigeria SCA Addendum presents Market Analysis Book Survey (MABS) and Market Analysis Focus Group Discussion (MAFGD) reports that probe deeper into the status of essential reading books in the Nigerian education system.

Book Supply Chain Analysis: Nigeria
Research
Global Book Alliance
Book Supply Chain Analysis: Grenada

The Grenada Book Supply Chain Analysis was commissioned to inform the work of the GBA as well as that of USAID/Eastern and Southern Caribbean, the Grenada Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, and other key development partners. The analysis was conducted in 2022.

Book Supply Chain Analysis: Grenada
Guide
Global Book Alliance
Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal ...

This document outlines the details of accessible digital textbooks (ADT), its benefits, and the ways it can be implemented in countries across the world. This initiative uses a universal design for learning that enhances the need for books like ADT not just for students with disabilities, but all students.

Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal Design for Learning

Guide

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Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda

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Growing The Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda

In Rwanda, Save the Children collaborated with education ministries, publishing industry stakeholders, schools, book sellers and libraries in order to strengthen existing systems and increase output and availability of quality local language children’s books. This ‘whole chain’ approach addresses every step of a book’s journey from authorship to child and emphasizes the need for sustainable, profitable industries which will guarantee availability of local-language, contextually relevant reading materials to support a culture of reading in the long term.

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A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading Comprehension and Social Emotional Skills

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A Guide for Community Librarians: Reading Comprehension and Social Emotional Skills

Developed by the Reading Comprehension Interest Group, this innovative guide is crafted to address the crucial need for enhancing children's engagement in reading and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) practices. It serves as a comprehensive toolkit aimed at empowering teachers, librarians, and community leaders to foster literacy and SEL skills in children through the nurturing environment of community libraries.

A Practical Guide for Designing Track and Trace Systems for Teaching and Learning Materials

World Bank, 2022

A Practical Guide for Designing Track and Trace Systems for Teaching and Learning Materials

This guide (also available in French and Spanish) was created to help key country stakeholders understand and make the various decisions they must make in designing a Track and Trace (TnT) system, from initial conception through the “nitty-gritty” details of implementation. We begin with some of the biggest questions that need to be answered first when designing a new TnT system, such as “why are we designing a TnT system?” and “what do we want our system to be able to do?” This will help narrow the focus as we shift into more detailed discussions of technology options, deciding who will use the system and how they will interact with it, identifying key data pieces and their source, considering options for training users of the system, and identifying key performance indicators. Annexes at the end of these guidelines will discuss master datasheets, indicator reference sheets, additional technology considerations, and a longer form case study.

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Embedding Track and Trace in Book Supply Chains Track and Trace : Design Document - Niger

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World Bank, 2022

Read@Home - Embedding Track and Trace in Book Supply Chains Track and Trace : Design Document - Niger

This system design document was compiled following workshops with key national stakeholders followed by subsequent key informant interviews and data collection. Expansive data collection and follow-on design and validation workshops were organized for those countries where it was possible. This design sets out the expected functionality of the technology to be used to improve the monitoring of the textbook distribution chain.

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Embedding Track and Trace in Book Supply Chains : Design Document - El Salvador

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World Bank, 2022

Read@Home - Embedding Track and Trace in Book Supply Chains : Design Document - El Salvador

This system design document was compiled following workshops with key national stakeholders followed by subsequent key informant interviews and data collection. Expansive data collection and follow-on design and validation workshops were organized for those countries where it was possible. This design sets out the expected functionality of the technology to be used to improve the monitoring of the textbook distribution chain.

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Children's Book Development and Use in Rwanda

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Children's Book Development and Use in Rwanda

In Rwanda, Save the Children collaborated with Education and Culture Ministries, publishing industry stakeholders, schools, book sellers and libraries in order to strengthen existing systems and increase output and availability of quality local language children’s books. This ‘whole chain’ approach addresses every step of a book’s journey from authorship to child and emphasizes the need for sustainable, profitable industries which will guarantee availability of local-language, contextually relevant reading materials to support a culture of reading in the long term.

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National Book and Reading Policies Toolkit

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National Book and Reading Policies Toolkit

This toolkit, created by GBA Partner ADEA, along with supporting documents (Continental Framework, Brochure and Questionnaire), will serve as a quick reference guide to stakeholders to easily understand the need for the policy and the process for systematic and coherent formulation and implementation of a National Book and Reading Policy (NBRP).

Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal Design for Learning

Accessible Digital Textbooks using Universal Design for Learning

This document outlines the details of accessible digital textbooks (ADT), its benefits, and the ways it can be implemented in countries across the world. This initiative uses a universal design for learning that enhances the need for books like ADT not just for students with disabilities, but all students.

Textbook Development in Low Income Countries: A Guide for Policy and Practice

Textbook Development in Low Income Countries: A Guide for Policy and Practice

World Bank Group, 2014

This guide by the World Bank provides detailed descriptions of and solutions to the book procurement process, from publishing to distributing. Possible outcomes, negative and positive, are explored.

A Guide for Strengthening Gender Equality and Inclusiveness in Teaching and Learning Materials

A Guide for Strengthening Gender Equality and Inclusiveness in Teaching and Learning Materials

USAID/RTI International, 2015

This guide advances global efforts toward greater gender equality and inclusiveness in education by providing guidance on how to develop and evaluate materials that are free of bias and that promote equality and inclusiveness of all marginalized, disadvantaged, and underrepresented groups.

The Book Dash Manual

The Book Dash Manual

Book Dash gathers volunteer creative professionals to create new, African storybooks that anyone can freely translate and distribute. This document details how to run a physical Book Dash event, where all (or the vast majority) of participants are physically present in one large venue.

Growing the Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda

Growing the Local Book Industry: The Experience of a Publishing Collaborative in Rwanda

Save the Children 2020

This guide to the ‘whole book chain’ approach addresses every step of a book’s journey from authorship to child and emphasizes the need for sustainable, profitable industries which will guarantee availability of local-language, contextually relevant reading materials to support a culture of reading in the long term.

Enjoying Books Together: A Guide for Teachers on the Use of Books in the Classroom

Enjoying Books Together: A Guide for Teachers on the Use of Books in the Classroom

Save the Children 2020

This guide introduces parents to the importance of reading outside of school and has some suggestions for parents and careers of activities that they can use to encourage reading at home.

Enjoying Books Together at Home: Ideas for Parents & Careers for Encouraging Reading.

Enjoying Books Together at Home: Ideas for Parents & Careers for Encouraging Reading.

Save the Children 2020

This illustrated guide introduces parents to the importance of reading outside of school and has some suggestions for parents and carers of activities that they can use to encourage reading at home.

GBA’S Guidance Note: Reading and Learning During Global Emergencies

GBA’S Guidance Note: Reading and Learning During Global Emergencies

GBA 2020

The 5-page note summarizes the challenges to reading and learning presented by COVID-19, lays out considerations and guiding principles, as well as some practical information on how to access quality materials even in areas where internet connectivity is low or non-existent.

First Principles for Early Grades Reading Programs in Developing Countries

First Principles for Early Grades Reading Programs in Developing Countries

USAID, IRA, and AIR 2009

First Principles is a guide to incorporating reading and literacy into new projects and developing effective early grades reading programs. It describes a principled approach to observing core dimensions of effective early grades reading programs, including active teaching and learning in supportive learning environments. Strategies and tools are provided to record evidence of first principles at work in local communities, schools, and classrooms.

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Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs

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Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs

USAID 2019

A new paper by the Global Reading Network explores the essential components of early numeracy and literacy programs as a foundation for children's future success. "Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs" outlines a framework to help educators meet the standards for pedagogy and learning in designing large-scale and comprehensive literacy and numeracy programs for children in developing countries.

Video: Book Boost: Access For All Challenge

Video: Book Boost: Access For All Challenge

All Children Reading: A Grand Challenge for Development 2020

Learn how to use free resources for creating accessible books for children with disabilities.