Élisabeth Borne distributes a book for the holidays at the “elves” in Plœuc-l’Hermitage

As part of the operation “A book for the holidays”. Consequently, Élisabeth Borne, Minister of National Education, met, this Thursday, June 26, the students of the school “Les Lutins”, of Plœuc-l’Hermitage (22).

Launched in 2017, the operation aims to make students love reading. For example, Each year, 800,000 pounds are distributed free of charge to students in CM2. Furthermore, Before putting the books. Therefore, the minister said: “The students spend 10 % today in addition to their time on screens rather than reading”. However, The book chosen this year is “the Odyssey of Homer”, revisited by Murielle Szac and illustrated by Catel.

Originally, the book planned for 2025 was the revisit of the tale “Beauty and the Beast” by the designer Julien Berjeaut. A late change that has aroused reactions from the author, supported by many public figures. Questioned on the subject. Élisabeth Borne explained élisabeth borne distributes book holidays that the creator of the book had been remunerated and that her book was published.

“Getting a taste for reading” – élisabeth borne distributes book holidays

After briefly stopped in the youngest class. Élisabeth Borne met the students of CM2, CM1, CE2 and CE1, the opportunity for her to question them on their readings. To the question “Who read Harry Potter?” », A dozen students raised hands. At the second, “Who saw the film?” », It was the vast majority that answered yes. “Our goal is to give a taste for reading,” insisted the minister.

“Asterix”. “The worst of the worst sisters”, each student decided on the book he would élisabeth borne distributes book holidays like to borrow for the holidays. The five CM2 students will devour “the Odyssey of Homer”, signed by the Minister.

After staying 45 minutes in the company of the students. Élisabeth Borne spoke of the school issue in rural areas with teachers.