Murroe National School, Dunfanaghy set to receive hundreds of new books

Murroe National School in Dunfanaghy has been announced as one of the recipients of a book-gifting programme which will bring hundreds of new books and resources to its students in 2025.

Designed by national charity and arts organisation Children’s Books Ireland, the Every Child A Reader programme is a year-long support provided to select schools which helps to foster a love of reading in their students and wider school community.

As part of this project, each school will have their own dedicated Champion of Reading, an author or illustrator assigned to the school who will host a series of live workshops throughout the year with students. These creative and engaging sessions will help promote a love of reading, writing and illustrating among class groups. Artist Kim Sharkey whose book Mamaí Gé featured on the recent Late Late Toy Show will be working with the Murroe NS children for six weeks.

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Delivered by the team at Children’s Books Ireland, the Every Child a Reader programme will bring a diverse collection of excellent contemporary titles to students in four primary schools this year, including Murroe NS.

“Our school is absolutely thrilled and honoured to be selected for the Every Child a Reader programme," Anne Sweeney, the school principal, said "This initiative is a wonderful opportunity for us to further strengthen our commitment to fostering literacy and ensuring every student has the support they need to become confident, capable readers. For our staff, this program represents a valuable chance to enhance their professional development and to be part of a wider, meaningful effort to improve outcomes for all our students.”