Wellbeing by supporting relaxation, mental health and inclusivity, allowing children and young people to keep up with, and connected to, their peers.”Īs part of World Book Day, children and young people across the country will be given book tokens which can be exchanged for a book of their choice from the special range of £1 books available in book shops between 16th February and 26th March. “Research shows that audiobooks are as effective as printed books at improving vocabulary, literacy, cognitive development and empathy. “It’s been established that reading regularly for pleasure improves life chances for children and young people and at Calibre Audio we are passionate about making sure that those who struggle to read print can access these benefits too. With over 79% of children and young people taking part in World Book Day activities in 2022, Calibre Audio’s involvement is an important part of making this campaign accessible for as many as possible.Īnthony Kemp, Chief Executive of Calibre Audio, explains the reason behind the partnership: National audiobook charity Calibre Audio is delighted to be supporting World Book Day on 2 nd March 2023 to ensure that young people with conditions like dyslexia, autism and sight loss can join in with this national campaign to encourage reading for pleasure.Īll 12 of the £1 books selected by the World Book Day team are now available in audio for Calibre’s younger members giving them free access, not just to the stories themselves, but to the fun events and activities surrounding World Book Day on 2nd March.
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