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Audiobooks can be a great way to supplement traditional reading or to allow reluctant readers to access some of the same benefits as book-readers. They offer a convenient alternative to books, accommodate busy schedules and diverse learning styles, and provide a flexible and accessible way to absorb content during multitasking activities.
Audiobooks benefit language development and aid vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency. They also contribute to cultural awareness by exposing teens to diverse narratives, fostering empathy and an inclusive mindset. Audiobooks act as a gateway to classic literature, making complex texts more approachable and boosting teens' confidence to explore challenging written works independently.
What’s more, in a screen-dominated era, audiobooks offer a screen-free option, promoting a healthier balance in teens' media consumption. By encouraging them to unplug and immerse in storytelling without the strain of screen time, audiobooks support a more mindful approach to leisure activities. Essentially, audiobooks provide a versatile and engaging medium that caters to various aspects of teen literacy, from learning preferences to cultural understanding, and helps to foster a lifelong love for literature.
Whilst audiobooks have a lot to offer when used alongside traditional reading, they can’t replace the original form! You can find reading recommendations from our community included here and in the English Department Blog, updated weekly.
For more detail on the audio vs. paper books debate, check out this article from Time magazine: https://time.com/5388681/audiobooks-reading-books/
Rachel Rhodes
Head of English
Year 12 have been spending a lot of time in Sports Hall One over the last week. Not doing sport, although they could tell you the science behind it…
There was a fun packed programme for the secondary students remaining on-site, which followed the 5 Co-Curricular strands. Students were immersed in languages, film-making, STEAM activities and cooking. They learned about children's rights and advocacy, and showed their creative talents through artwork. They hiked in the hills and formed friendships across year groups. See the Firefly page for further details and photographs
It has been a very memorable end of the primary journey for our Year 6 students. This last week of term has been jam packed. On Monday and Tuesday, the students performed the end of year production of ‘Olivia’, on Tuesday morning, there was a year group water fight and on Wednesday afternoon, they finally graduated with a special ceremony.
As a community, we've been actively promoting healthy eating habits through our weekly articles about life in the kitchen. With the summer holidays just a few days away and the heatwave this summer, we must all be more mindful of our fluid intake.
The British International School Budapest
1037 Budapest
Kiscelli köz 17
Hungary