SQR, in cooperation with The Library Project, has put five more libraries into temporary junior schools over the past few weeks. These schools — in Luo Shui (2), Long Men Shan, Xiao Yu Dong and Tumen — had course books but little or no extra non-syllabus reading material. Each school received a wide range of high quality children’s books that included history, science, short stories, fairy tales, reference books and comics. They also received book shelves, posters, a globe, toys, balls and racquets, and desks and chairs.
In addition to books and furniture, each school Librarian receives training on how to manage their new library. Since most rural elementary schools have never had a single book in their library for children to read, The Library Project’s Librarian Training Program gets them up to speed on day one. Volunteers also play a huge part in the process of providing libraries. “Our volunteers play an important role in introducing the students to their new library. Games are played, songs are sung, and of course books are read. It is a very positive experience for everyone involved; the school administration, teachers, students, and the volunteers,” says Jenny Wang, The Library Project’s Country Director.
These five projects were partly funded by the Gaelic Athletic Association’s Asian County Board. Many thanks for their kind support!
They are many more remote schools in the quake region that are in need of libraries. For US$500 – US$1000 you can provide hundreds of children’s books, and furniture for a library. Please contact us if you would like to help sponsor a library.
