In 1939, the Catholic Church began taking an active part in the observance of the Book Week. We provide unity through shared values and advocate on behalf of the information professions. In 1934, in response to the petition of the Philippine Library Association at the time, Governor General Frank Murphy issued a proclamation designating as National Book Week the period extending from June 18 to 24 of every year. The focus this year is on Stories and Storytelling and inspiring people of all ages to discover or rediscover the joy of reading by pledging to take 15 minutes to read during and preferably throughout the week. Here you can search for lessons by subject and year group, or follow our suggested weekly schedule. Encourage your community to sign up for a library card to discover a world of reading! Every year, the National Book Week has been observed all over the country with a similar program of activities. In 2020, Libraries Week will take place between the 5th and 10th October, celebrating the nation’s much-loved libraries and their vital role in the UK’s book culture. We will be encouraging libraries in all sectors to celebrate books and reading, showcase their reading offer and the contribution they make towards building a Nation of Readers. Or visit our About Oak pages to find out more about our work. Browse and download publicity materials to help you plan and promote your Libraries Week activity. Email: librariesweek@cilip.org.uk, © Copyright 2020 CILIP. Please join us 7-13 September 2020 as we celebrate books and reading. Contact - Privacy (both links leave this site and go to the main CILIP website.). National Book Week. Lessons Pupils. In 1936, Commonwealth President Manuel L. Quezon moved the dates of the annual celebration to November 24-30. The Bishops likewise enjoined parishes in their respective dioceses to observe the day. The rules: (1) Grab the closest book to you, turn to page 52 and post the 5th sentence as your Facebook status. Our mission is to give every child and young person a book of their own. We build the professionalism of our members by supporting the development of skills, knowledge and excellence. Each year we pick a theme and explore the innovative and surprising things that libraries are doing to support their communities. It’s International Book Week. Follow us using the hashtag #librariesweek, or the links below. Here you can search for lessons by subject and year group, or follow our … The right book is what a child wants to read – and we hope this guide helps you find it. Due to the corona pandemic, National Book Week will take place online this year. Library staff and supporters can register now to take part in Libraries Week 2020 and stay up to date on this year’s campaign. Judging from the response of the public and from the cooperation given by the leading universities, school libraries, bookstores, printing establishments, and different educational institutions, the idea of a book week was enthusiastically welcomed throughout the country resulting in the recognition of the public library service. In our dedicated Teacher Hub you can browse our full curriculum, search and view our lessons, and download, edit and share slides, worksheets and videos with your pupils and colleagues. In the past, important local newspapers and magazines published contributed articles and messages about National Book Week, and two programs were broadcast over radio. In the past, important local newspapers and magazines published contributed articles and messages about National Book Week, and two programs were broadcast over radio. In 2020, Libraries Week will take place between the 5th and 10th October, celebrating the nation’s much-loved libraries and their vital role in the UK’s book culture. National Book Month is also a time to honor the country’s best books and authors. Great Books Guide. Visit our online classroom to view all of Oak’s free lessons, searchable by key stage, year or subject. Sign up to become a library supporter at LibrariesDeliver.uk. Visit our online classroom and access our free lessons. The Archbishop of Manila designated the Sunday Book Week for the observance for all Catholic Churches and enjoined priests to deliver sermons on the value of reading good books. Our 100 favourite children's books from the past year, for teeny babies all the way up to 11 year olds. World Book Day is a charity funded by publishers & booksellers in the UK & Ireland. This was aimed at arousing the national interest in reading good books and “designed to sell the public library to the community by focusing the attention of the people on its resources and the extent and nature of its services.” To ensure greater participation of the public, various libraries and educational institutions, the program of celebration were designed to include the essay and poster contests, book exhibitions, and visits to libraries and printing establishments. It was compiled by Mr. Perfecto S. Sison, who was then the Chairman of the Book Week Committee. (2) If you like, mention the title & author of the book. Prominent men and officials of the Philippine government, such as Governor General Frank Murphy, President Manuel L. Quezon of the Philippine Senate, the most Reverend Michael O’Doherty, Archbishop of Manila, and Dr. Rafael Palma, President of the University of the Philippines, contributed congratulatory messages for the souvenir program.