In conjunction with National Children\u2019s Day 2026, Bekasi Regency is\nstrengthening its commitment to providing safe and comfortable learning\nenvironments by implementing the Child-Friendly Library Programme. A\ntotal of 93 elementary schools (SD) in the region are now part of this\nnational initiative, which seeks to enhance literacy culture from an\nearly age.<\/p>\n
Muhaidin Darma, Secretary of the Bekasi Regency Community Reading\nForum, stated that the programme is not merely about providing quality\nbooks but also about building a literacy ecosystem. This includes\nsupport from the Ministry of Education and active mentoring through\nactivities such as read-aloud sessions, storytelling, educational games,\nand arts. \u201cThe momentum of National Children\u2019s Day reminds us that every\nchild has the right to a comfortable and enjoyable learning space,\u201d he\nsaid during an event in Central Cikarang on Thursday.<\/p>\n
Despite the progress, field assessments have identified significant\nchallenges. Many schools still require more representative library\nspaces, essential equipment like bookshelves, and a wider variety of\nreading materials to maintain children\u2019s interest. Muhaidin noted that\nexisting book collections are often quickly exhausted by eager students.\nThe literacy movement in Bekasi Regency is further supported by\napproximately 100 volunteer-managed community reading gardens (TBM),\nwhich organize mobile reading sessions, nature-based learning, painting,\nand traditional games. He called for stronger collaboration between\nlocal government and the private sector to expand library facilities and\nresources.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/93-elementary-schools-in-bekasi-regency-adopt-child-friendly-libraries-to-support-national-programme-1784901079", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }