Declining Literacy: 1 in 3 Sixth Graders in South Korea Rarely Reads
A recent study by the Korea Institute of Curriculum and Evaluation revealed that one in three sixth-grade students in South Korea barely reads daily, with 33.5 percent reporting they ¡°rarely read.¡± The study linked higher literacy levels to increased reading time and parental control over smartphone usage. The researchers emphasized the importance of fostering children¡¯s interest in reading by introducing books aligned with their interests and encouraging family involvement to improve literacy skills.
J.K. Park Staff Reporter kids/1737615528/1613368150
1. How many sixth graders in South Korea rarely read?
2. What helps students have better literacy skills?
3. How can parents help children read more?