The United States Agency for International Development in conjunction with the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council , has launched the new Igbo and Yoruba early grade reading materials titled “Ka anyi gụo” and “Jẹ ká kawe” for children in South west and South east regions of the country.
Speaking at the virtual launch of the books, USAID Mission Director, Anne Patterson said teaching children to read in a language they understand equips them with a powerful tool for lifelong learning. According to USAID, the books promote active learner engagement, comprehension and critical thinking through three levels of instruction that ensure learners develop critical skills necessary for all aspiring readers: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.