**Kedu Fun Ni: How Schools Are Bringing Back the Joy of Reading in Nigerian Children** Imagine a place where children can dive into exciting stories, laugh out loud at comic books, and discover new worlds through chapter books. This sounds like a dream come true for many Nigerian kids, who may not have the same access to a wide range of books as their counterparts in the UK. But, in a small Church of England school in London, Christ Church Primary, the magic of reading is alive and well. At this tiny school, tucked behind the bustling streets of Camden, London, children are buzzing with excitement about books. Unlike the reading for pleasure crisis in the UK, where enjoyment of books has fallen to its lowest level in two decades, Christ Church Primary is bucking the trend. And it's all thanks to the school's commitment to making reading a fun and engaging experience for its students. Last month, the school welcomed a special visitor, the Queen, who officially opened a brand-new library in the school playground. Funded by Bloomberg, this library is the first of its kind in the UK's National Year of Reading, a nationwide initiative aimed at reversing the decline in reading enjoyment. The library is a cozy, vibrant space filled with colorful shelves bursting with new books, toadstools to sit on, and a leaf-patterned soft carpet perfect for snuggling up with a good book. The students at Christ Church Primary are delighted with their new library and the variety of books it offers. Nwanneka, a 9-year-old student, loves reading about a boy with superpowers, while Siva, an 8-year-old, is hooked on a series about donut-loving superheroes. Ajmal, another 7-year-old student, is a fan of a comic book series featuring two crime-busting alligator secret agents. The school's commitment to reading is not just about the new library; it's about creating a culture of reading that extends beyond the classroom. The students have even taken on the role of librarians, helping to maintain the library and recommending books to their peers. "We've got lots of different books," says 8-year-old Stina, one of the new librarians. Ross Fox, a year 4 teacher and English lead at Christ Church Primary, attributes the school's success to its focus on making reading a fun and engaging experience for its students. "We've worked hard to create a love of reading in our students," he says. "And it's clear that it's working." As Nigeria continues to grapple with its own reading challenges, the success of Christ Church Primary offers a valuable lesson: that with dedication, creativity, and a commitment to making reading fun, even the most reluctant readers can become avid book lovers.