Children celebrate Welsh language through books

Pupils from North Cardiff English-medium primary schools were among those coming together to celebrate the Welsh language by sharing books they have created. 

The project involved sharing books, designed and created by children for children, with the goal of helping their peers learn Welsh vocabulary and consolidate their Welsh language skills. Many of the books are digital and will become part of a Hwb playlist for all schools to use as a digital resource.

The project culminated with an event at the National Museum of Wales, with four children from each of the 10 schools involved. The celebration included balloons, goodie bags, a tour of the museum galleries, and an opportunity for the children to share their work with others.

Elizabeth Keys, headteacher of Glyncoed Primary School in Pentwyn, said: "Our pupils have really enjoyed this project.  They have used their creativity, literacy skills, Welsh vocabulary, oracy talents and ICT expertise to produce engaging books on a range of digital platforms.  This has been a very beneficial project and the sharing event held at the museum has undoubtedly inspired them."

The participating schools were: Pontprennau Primary School, Glyncoed Primary School, Greenway Primary School, Trowbridge Primary School, Oakfield Primary School, Glan Yr Afon Primary School, Bryn Hafod Primary School, Pen Y Bryn Primary School, Radnor Primary School, and Bishop Childs Church in Wales Primary.