ESB Celebrates World Book Day 2025 by Promoting the Joy of Reading
Mar 6, 2025
I used to see reading a book as a punishment… and now it’s one of my favourite hobbies.
ESB learner
Research shows that children who read for pleasure achieve higher academic success and enhanced well-being. According to the National Literacy Trust, young people who enjoy reading are three times more likely to have higher mental well-being compared to those who do not.
Through ESB’s unique oracy assessments, learners are encouraged to develop their speaking and listening skills by engaging with literature in meaningful ways, boosting reading for pleasure.
Says ESB’s Chief Executive, Tina Renshaw:
At ESB, we believe in nurturing confident, expressive young people who find joy and connection through books. By promoting reading for pleasure, we empower learners to unlock a lifelong love of literature and self-expression. ESB’s oracy qualifications provide structured opportunities for learners to read aloud and discuss books of their choice.
Below you can find 3 videos of learners undertaking our qualifications across primary, secondary and post 16, reading from their favourite book.
Penelope-Rae
(Primary level)
Freddie
(Secondary level)
Siyon
(16+)
ESB Staff join the celebration
To further celebrate World Book Day, ESB’s staff are also embracing this initiative. Staff members were invited to record a short video recommending a book and reading an excerpt, reinforcing the message that reading is a lifelong joy, no matter how old you are!
Contact business@esbuk.org today and we would be delighted to discuss how our qualifications can support learners in developing their love of reading!