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Library For All — a Force for Equality through Literacy – readilearn

Library For All - a Force for Equality through Literacy

What is Library For All?

Library For All is an Australian not for profit organisation with a mission to “make knowledge accessible to all, equally” through a digital library of books that is available free to anyone anywhere in the world. The focus is on providing high quality, engaging, age appropriate and culturally relevant books to children in developing countries and remote areas.

Who can access Library For All?

Library For All found that, even in “communities where history, poverty or remoteness are everyday barriers to accessing knowledge”, many children have access to mobile phones, e-tablets and readers. Recognising this, the digital library was created which allows children anywhere to freely access reading material through the app, available in the Google Play Store on any Android device.

Teachers can also use the app with children in their classrooms. What a great way of accessing a range of culturally diverse books from simple beginning stories to chapter books.

In addition to their availability on locally owned smart phones and tablets, through the support of development organisations around the world, the books are available to many schools and communities in developing countries and remote areas through the Spark Digital Library Kits.

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21 responses to “Library For All — a Force for Equality through Literacy – readilearn”

  1. shannonajade Avatar
    shannonajade

    It’s such a wonderful initiative!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      It is indeed!

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  2. Erica/Erika Avatar

    This is the first time I have heard about “Library for all.” Especially in our digital world. I admit I take for granted having access to books. Thanks for sharing, Norah.🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      I’m pleased to have let you know about Library For All, Erica. I think it is a wonderful project. It is a great way of making books accessible to all. And it’s free! How amazing is that?!

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  3. Patricia Tilton Avatar

    Never heard of “Library for All.” Is it just Australia? I like that teachers can use it in the classroom — and that it is targeted for those kids have limited access to books. Great program!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      I’m pleased I’ve let you know about it, Patricia, as it is a wonderful project. The organisation was established by an Australian in response to the devastating Haiti earthquake. The library is available free to anyone anywhere in the world. It is accessed via a free app available on Android devices. Some physical libraries have also been established in countries around the world; including Haiti, Mongolia, Cambodia, Rwanda, Papua New Guinea and others. I also love that it aims to put books into the hands of those who haven’t before had access. Improving literacy worldwide is a great mission.

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  4. Jacqui Murray Avatar

    Wonderful to offer this.d I am constantly amazed how many groups put their books out for free–long lists of books. Now, we just have to let everyone know. RT

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful project, Jacqui. It is good news.

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  5. calmkate Avatar

    yea everyone should have ready access to reading, great news story thanks Norah 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thanks, Kate. I knew you’d agree.

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      1. calmkate Avatar

        somewhat predictable 🙂

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        1. Norah Avatar

          There’s nothing wrong with being consistent. 🙂

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  6. thecontentedcrafter Avatar

    Hello Norah! This is so interesting, I had not heard of “Library for All” before reading your article. What a great impulse! And I was especially glad to see you have shared two books with them too. There are so many good things happening in the world and you are part of it! This is the kind of news I like to read ❤

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      1. Norah Avatar

        Thanks, Anne. It is a wonderful project.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      I’m pleased I’ve shared this project with you, Pauline. I think it is wonderful and I’m so pleased to be associated with it.

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  7. petespringerauthor Avatar
    petespringerauthor

    What a great idea!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      It is! Thanks, Pete.

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  8. Bette A. Stevens Avatar
    Bette A. Stevens

    Wonderful! 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      It is! Thanks, Bette.

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