Forum launches summer reading camp

The Qatar Publishers and Distributors Forum of the Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with Children's Literature Centre, launched the 2nd edition of summer reading camp, today..The four-day camp comes under the title of reading through the ages and comprises numerous activities and professional contests for children and youngsters. It aims to promote reading and writing, as well as raising awareness of these skills, in addition to familiarising the participants with writing evolutionary stages, along with the tools utilised in each age.The Director of the Qatari Publishers and Distributors Forum, Jassim Ahmed al-Buainain, emphasised the camp's importance in offering opportunities for children and broadening their horizons to explore the world of writing with its various phases.He affirmed that the camp is not merely a summer activity, but rather a step to help children internalise the culture of reading and build an erudite and conscious generation stemming from the ministry's vision in this regard.For her part, Director of Children's Literature Center Asmaa al-Kuwari noted the Ministry of Culture's support for children's activities, highlighting the positive response on the part of children's parents to the programme.She pointed out that the centre's participation comes as part of its firm commitment to enhancing the role of reading and writing and offering a rich and unique cultural experience that leaves a profound impact on children's hearts. (QNA)