"Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope."
Kofi Annan
Kofi Annan states, "Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope." When a picture book is placed into the starving child's hands, whether he or she can read or not, pictures will speak a thousand words. Illustrated books increase the understanding of the child and opens doors into the realm of possibility. The child can imagine and carry these thoughts into dreamtime which can ultimately lead to survival.
Books can create relationships and awareness of culture as well as health and nutrition through illustrations. A female can learn the appropriate way to care for her body or the well being of her children. Even primitive drawings can spark insight into prevention and safety.
Literacy is a human right. Modest survival is dependent upon it. Development and progression stem from understanding actions and consequences. To comprehend and utilize choices, one must first be aware. In order to reach full potential, every human being must have access to the road of literacy.
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