Alex LekishonMar 305 minCelebrating Young Writers from the Maasai MaraAlex reports on the need and impact of our writing project for Maasai students and the recent event honoring these young writers.
Ali AmhalMar 222 minAre Books Obsolete?We certainly hope not!! But is social media damaging young people’s ability and desire to read books and other long-form media?
Amos KipeenSep 16, 20214 minThe Academic Fortunes of Stellah RinkaStellah, rescued from early marriage, is the first recipient in our new scholarship program. Her story is one of hope and determination.
Joel Reyia KapanteApr 12, 20213 minTeaching Modern Library Skills in the Maasai MaraStudents today need not only high-quality libraries but the skills to use them effectively. Joel explains in the context of Talek Primary.
Barb MackrazMar 28, 20215 minHow We Curate Libraries for MoroccoPeople have been asking me for years how we choose books for high schools in Morocco. In short, it happens through close collaboration!
Gregory OmondiMar 10, 20216 minTalek Learning Resource Centre, a Gift That Lasts ForeverTeachers are already calling this center a "hub of transformation." Gregory reports on the exciting 3-day launch!
Ali AmhalMar 7, 20213 minThe Access Language Center, Sparkling the Candles of ReadersThe Access Language Center opened in January and is already a beehive for the whole community.
Joel Reyia KapanteJan 27, 20213 minSolar Lanterns & Books Change LivesThe Mara Girls Solar Library Project is under way, with lights and books now in homes! Joel recently visited a few of the families.
Lahcen Ait AhdaJan 25, 20213 min17 Libraries in Zagora: Thank You, Morocco Library Project!In an ambitious collaboration, we supplied a network of school libraries on the edge of the Sahara Desert. Lahcen shares this retrospective.
Amos KipeenJan 13, 20212 minIn Their Words: Stories from Young MaasaiWhat was life like in 2020 on the Maasai Mara for teenagers and kids at home? We asked them to tell us. Here's a quick update from Amos.
Larbi ArbaouiJan 8, 20213 minMLP & the Enduring Power of StoryLarbi tells us about his love of storytelling and how we're helping the tradition thrive in Morocco through the MLP Writing Competition.
Barb MackrazJan 3, 20212 minAccess Language Center: A Vital Community ResourceWe're excited to be partnering with the innovative new Access Language Center in Biougra, Morocco, in support of literacy for all!
Amos KipeenDec 23, 20202 minComing Soon: Library & Learning Resource Centre for Talek Primary"Yesterday I visited Talek Primary School for inspection and preparation for launching of a model library and learning resource centre."
Barb MackrazDec 22, 20202 minMara Girls Solar Library Project... We're Getting ThereIs there a better marriage than literacy and light? We'll soon be bringing solar lanterns and a library to families in the Maasai Mara.
Ilham HaddadiDec 15, 20192 minEducating Girls Can Stop Gender Inequality in Morocco!"I promised myself to encourage my female students to study hard at school and to be ambitious."
Ferdawss Ben MalkSep 14, 20192 minMorocco Library Project—My Second Home"Do you believe that books can affect us exactly as people do?" Ferdawss Ben Malk tells us about the lesson she's learned.
Ali AmhalJul 21, 20193 min5 Indications of MLP’s Positive Impact on My Students"Given the right opportunities and resources, Moroccans will and indeed do read books with enthusiasm."