“Promoting reading has been shown to have a major impact on children, adults and their futures.

The main benefits include:

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• Increased reading attainment and writing ability

• Better comprehension skills and understanding of grammar

• A wider vocabulary

• More positive reading attitudes

• Greater self-confidence as a reader

• Pleasure in reading in later life

• Superior general knowledge

• A better understanding of other cultures

• Greater insight into human nature and decision making”

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South Benfleet Primary School