Katherine Rundell

Katherine Rundell, a best-selling children's author known for her works like The Explorer, discusses the alarming decline in children's reading enjoyment in the UK. She argues that every school should have a library, emphasizing its role in cultivating literacy and tackling disinformation. Rundell also shares her views on the need for literacy-focused teacher training and explains her decision to donate royalties from her book to climate charities in light of political events. A compelling exploration of reading's importance and the intersection of education and social justice.