For children learning to read, it is critical that they have access to high quality books. In this episode, Tanzanian author and publisher Elieshi Lema joins podcast host Genevieve Spicer to tell us about book publishing in Tanzania, innovations in publishing that she believes will change how many children can access books outside of school, and why it's important for children to have access to locally authored books.

Accessing Locally Authored Books | Book Publishing in Tanzania

Nothing affects a child's learning more than their ability to read and write. Yet, according to the World Bank, an estimated 53% of children in low and middle-income countries cannot read proficiently by age 10.

CODE is a Canadian-based international development organization with over sixty years' experience promoting children's literacy. CODE’s podcast series shares unique perspectives, in-the-field experiences and expert opinions on the global education crisis and CODE’s response. It's available on Apple Podcast, Spotify and on CODE’s website at www.code.ngo/podcasts

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Nothing affects a child's learning more than their ability to read and write. Yet, according to the World Bank, an estimated 53% of children in low and middle-income countries cannot read proficiently by age 10. CODE is a Canadian-based international development organization with over sixty years' experience promoting children's literacy. CODE’s podcast series shares unique perspectives, in-the-field experiences and expert opinions on the global education crisis and CODE’s response. It's available on Apple Podcast, Spotify and on CODE’s website at www.code.ngo/podcasts

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