Write about the following topic. It is often argued that it is difficult to get children to read. Why do you think this is? What measures could be taken to encourage children to read more? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
In recent years, young people´s reading habits have been a strongly debated topic. Many parents struggle to encourage their children to read.
This
essay will first focus on the reasons regarding this
issue before moving on to discuss which measures should be implemented to tackle this
problem.
The first point to consider is that current generations don´t consider reading their primary source of education and enjoyment. The world is undergoing rapid changes. As a result
, technological advancements have impacted on
children´s reading habits Change preposition
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them with more visual digital platforms. These online resources offer accessibility, flexibility and comfort, which help young people to enjoy and learn new content through recordings or videos, which is far more effective and faster than reading activities. Correct your spelling
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For instance
, millions of people have downloaded apps such
as "Audible", which allows the public to listen to stories instead
of reading them.
A measure that is
worth mentioning to address this
situation is investing public money in developing free spaces for reading activities. If governments focused their economic resources on building more libraries, children´s reading interests would be increased. This
way, young people would grow their intellectual potential without the need of
technology, preventing them from Change preposition
for
been
dependent on online platforms. Wrong verb form
being
However
, it is important to consider that the current digital revolution is being strongly supported by big companies, which can make it difficult for politicians to use public money in this
way.
To sum up
, the dwindling interest of young cohorts in reading has been a highly discussed issue recently. Nowadays, technology is rising
children´s education and enjoyment through audiovisual information which Correct your spelling
raising
surpass
the benefits of reading activities. Correct subject-verb agreement
surpasses
Although
this
trend is expected to continue in the future, building more libraries can boost younger citizens´reading
habits.Correct your spelling
citizens reading
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task achievement
While the essay clearly discusses reasons why children may not read, it would benefit from more diverse examples beyond 'Audible' and libraries, to show a wider understanding and connection to the topic.
task achievement
Ensure the examples provided not only support the points being made but also show a direct relevance to the core of the task.
coherence cohesion
The cohesion between paragraphs is good, but consider enhancing the flow with more varied linking words and connectors.
coherence cohesion
The essay maintains a clear and logical structure throughout, making it easy to follow the writer’s arguments.
coherence cohesion
The introduction and conclusion effectively frame the essay, clearly stating the topic and summarizing the main points.
task achievement
It addresses both parts of the question by explaining reasons and suggesting measures.
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