Reading Culture and Literacy Development in Nigerian Secondary Schools: The Role of Libraries.

Abstract

Reading provides vital roles in learning and development of a child. It encourages imagination and creativity to shine in a child and it gives them the tools to explore their talent while learning about themselves and the society in which they belong. The aim of this paper is to examine the role of libraries in promoting reading culture and literacy development. To achieve this, the concept of reading and reading culture were examined. The paper also identified the role of libraries in promoting reading culture and literacy development in Nigerian secondary schools. Strategies for developing and improving reading culture among the secondary school students were also highlighted.