Learning disparities between Coast and Hinterland will be reduced with Atlantic Reader Series

The Atlantic Reader Series, is a step towards reducing the disparities between the Coast and
Hinterland in accessing appropriate and adequate local learning material. The locally written
book series has been tailored to enhance literacy skills in students in Grades One to Six,
Head of the Learning Resources and Development Unit, Ms. Myra Pierre Moore made this
disclosure during the launch of the series last Friday. She stressed that the book series is an
invaluable reading resource which is much needed.
“We can appreciate that these are essential and important resources, specifically produced for our
nation’s children at the primary level. They were envisioned, designed, developed, produced and
packaged with utmost care and consideration right here in our beautiful Guyana having been
given the seal of approval, we are assured that our readers and workbook meet the criteria
required in terms of appropriateness to age and level cultural relevance, gender balance
inclusivity, graphic and illustrations are appropriate to learners experience,” Pierre Moore said.
The head of the learning resource development unit in reflecting on the many challenges faced
by teachers, especially those in the hinterland due to the lack of appropriate and adequate local
reading resources, commended the team for their contributions as the book series is a step
towards closing the gap.
She pointed out that it is a privilege that each child can have access to a book that will be used
personally in the class and at home. She noted that teachers can rest assured that there is added
support for instruction that meets the curriculum standards and benchmarks if used appropriately.
Pierre Moore revealed that the Atlantic Reader Series comprises of six reader books complete
with workbooks. She added that the series is available on the Education Ministry’s website as
well.