World Book Capital

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/world-book-capital

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the program establishment year?2001
2. What is the founding resolution?UNESCO 31c/Resolution 29
3. Why does a city get chosen as World Book Capital?Cities are chosen because they show a strong love for books, want to bring people together, and can use stories to help people learn and understand each other.
4. How does World Book Capital help people read more?Being World Book Capital lets a city host book festivals, create reading programs, and make libraries and bookshops more exciting so more people can read and think about new ideas.

UNESCO: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, dedicated to fostering peace through international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
World Book Capital: An annual designation by UNESCO recognizing a city for its commitment to promoting books, reading, and literacy.
Literacy: The ability to read and write, considered a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of personal and societal development.
Cultural Exchange: The reciprocal sharing of ideas, traditions, and values between different cultures, often facilitated through literature and the arts.