Tag: International Reading Association

Promoting literacy by recognizing young authors

August 6, 2014

By Diana White, past district governor and member of Rotary E-Club of the Caribbean, District 7020 It all started when my friend Past District Governor Donna Wallbank opened my eyes to the very successful nationwide youth programs run by Rotary across the UK. I was amazed and inspired by these competition-based programs, particularly “Young Writer”. … More Promoting literacy by recognizing young authors

Empowering young minds through partnership in service

March 18, 2014

By Judy Backlund, Past Club President of the Ellensburg Morning Rotary Club, Washington, USA, and Chair of International Reading Association-Rotary International Special Interest Group. First and foremost, I am a teacher. I am also a 20 year member of the International Reading Association, a membership organization for those in the education field. And I’m a … More Empowering young minds through partnership in service