Birdlip Primary School Uses Manga and Voice Acting to Encourage Children to Read for Pleasure

Birdlip Primary School in Gloucestershire is using manga and voice acting to make reading more engaging for children, particularly those who struggle to develop an interest in books. The programme combines Japanese-style graphic novels with character performances, allowing pupils to read stories aloud, act out dialogue, and experience books as a shared activity. The sessions were developed by Michael Jewitt, a former primary school teacher who wanted to find a more enjoyable way to help reluctant readers. Rather than focusing…