Story: Kath Hobson
ESOL learners from Firs Hill School and all over Sheffield have successfully completed the “Six Book Challenge.”
On Monday 1st July, the Lord Mayor presented them with their certificates at the Central Library.
One in six adults struggles to read. The Six Book Challenge improves the chances in life for people who find reading difficult by building their reading confidence and motivation. Learners had to pick six different books to read and record their progress in a diary.
At Firs Hill, three different ESOL classes and Conversation Club members took part. The Learners were accompanied by Kath Hobson, the Extended School Worker, and their ESOL tutors.
It was a proud moment when each of our learners had their name called out to walk up the red carpet to the Mayor. They have done so well and this goes hand-in-hand with passing their exams and improving confidence – a fantastic example for their children.
The women said,
“It was a party.”
“It was very nice – people gathering and nice food”