We hope this message finds you well. September is an exciting month at Macmillan Education, with many celebrations.
We kicked off the month on a high note, celebrating the arrival of spring on 1 September. But that was just the beginning. From September 5th to 11th, South Africa commemorated National Book Week, an important occasion emphasising the joy of reading and integration into daily life. At Macmillan Education, we are extending this celebration throughout the entire month of September.
As part of our commitment to promoting literacy and education, we’re actively involved in various activities to support this cause. We’re donating books to schools, sharing intriguing articles on our social media platforms, having exciting competitions, and contacting schools via email to introduce our extensive range of readers.
This year is particularly special as we mark Macmillan’s 180th anniversary. It’s been 180 years since the Macmillan brothers, Daniel and Alexander, founded our publishing company in 1843. Their vision was rooted in a dedication to learning, innovation, social good, and celebrating progress in education. You can delve deeper into their inspiring story on Page 3.
“I thought it worthwhile to plant a seed... If a large tree grows from this small seed, we shall be grateful.”
Daniel Macmillan
To honour their legacy, we’ve launched our “180 Days of Giving Back” initiatives. These endeavours continue the Macmillan brothers’ tradition of uniting people, supporting communities, and making a positive impact. For more details about our Home of Hope initiative, please refer to Page 5, and stay tuned for information on our second initiative in the upcoming October issue, where we’ll be revamping an ECD centre in dire need of support.
September and October are also significant for the Rugby World Cup Tournament, bringing excitement and celebrations. We want to spread this excitement to our valued booksellers at Macmillan Education. We’re gearing up for the Macmillan Big Book Bonanza, where you can score big! Look out for our announcement via email for more information on this exciting event. We invite you to join us in celebrating Macmillan’s 180th anniversary by participating in the competition on Page 9.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Until next month, let’s make September a month to remember together.
Warm regards, The Macmillan Team
Macmillan
Education South Africa strives to build a transformed, inclusive and diverse organisation.
In 2000, a remarkable woman named Mam Khanya founded “Home of Hope for Girls”, a registered charity committed to rescuing and rehabilitating survivors of abusive situations primarily linked to child sex trafficking. Over the span of 23 years, her tireless efforts have led to the rescue and transformation of over 12,000 vulnerable girls, shining a beacon of hope in the face of adversity.
Currently, Home of Hope for Girls operates two secure homes nestled in the suburbs of Johannesburg. Within the walls of these homes, they provide full-time care and support for 100 girls who have found refuge from the harrowing experiences they’ve endured. These homes are sanctuaries where healing begins and dreams are rekindled.
Macmillan Education South Africa recently participated in the “180 Days of Giving Back” initiative in a heartwarming display of solidarity and support. Their staff generously contributed toiletries, a much-needed item on Home of Hope’s wish list. One hundred care bags were meticulously prepared, each containing a note conveying the message that each girl is special. Each bag also contained a treat to sweeten the girls’ days and momentarily relieve them from the burdens of their past.
On a memorable Saturday, the 25th of August, three representatives from Macmillan Education visited the Home of Hope for Girls. They spent time with the girls, sharing stories, laughter and compassion. They listened to Mam Khanyi’s heartwarming tales of hope and resilience. The visit was a powerful reminder that together, through acts of kindness and unwavering dedication, we can change lives and shape brighter futures.
In the words of Mam Khanyi herself, “A girl’s background does not define her future, and by giving her a chance, she can lead her community.” Home of Hope for Girls is a testament to the transformative power of love, education and community support, offering hope to those who need it most.
Watch a short video to learn more about the Home of Hope: https://www.homeofhopeforgirls.org.za/
Caroline Mpetsi
Caroline is a final-year student at Tshwane University of Technology, studying administrative information management.
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Sona Zono
Sona is from Fort Beaufort, Eastern Cape and is currently enrolled as an honours student at the University of Pretoria.
“I am ambitious, energetic and can certainly hold great conversations!”
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Senegugu is from Margate in KZN and studied for a Diploma in Business Management at Richfield Graduate Institution.
“I’m very much ambitious and eager to learn work and new things each day.”
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The Big Books can be read as a class with the teacher
The Big Books can be used to facilitate emergent reading
The Big Books are graded
Simple language
Available in Afrikaans, English, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho and Setswana
Will grab the learners’ attention, stimulate their imagination and hold their interest.
Can be used for Shared Reading. When the teacher holds up the books, the learners will see the pictures and text easily.
The learners develop as readers through Shared Reading.
Big Books give learners the opportunity to hold books the right way up, to turn pages correctly when ‘reading’ and to develop correct eye movement, such as following lines of text from left to right.
The series starts with one-word-per-page books and moves to one-sentence-per-page books.
Even second language learners will find it easy to ‘read’ or understand the stories.
Using Big Books to ‘read’ in the classroom gives learners the opportunity to: • answer simple questions • describe and discuss characters • draw pictures, capturing the main ideas of the story • retell the story • say whether they liked the story • say how the story made them feel • respond through mime, movement and other drama activities.
ECD & Grade R Here we Go Series
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FP Snappy Sounds
Available in English
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FP Alphakids Digital Library
Available in English
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FP/IP Thokozani
Available in isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho and Setswana
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FP/IP Readers are Leaders
FP is available in English, Afrikaans.
IP is available in English, Afrikaans, isiZulu, isiXhosa, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana
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FP/IP Flying Start to Literacy
Available in English
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FP/IP Reading Planet
Available in English
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FP/IP Macmillan English Explorers
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IP Reading Worlds
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IP Literacy Network
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FP/IP/SP Pan Macmillan titles
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Vew Secondary School
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FET Approved FET literature titles
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ECD/ Grade R/
FP/IP
Reading Corner Resources
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FEATURES:
• 10 × A1 CAPS-aligned laminated posters
• Each poster addresses a specific problem area experienced in the English language classroom
• These posters allow for continual subconscious learning, as learners are exposed to the information on the poster displayed on the classroom walls
• These visually pleasing, uncluttered posters make it easy for learners to understand and retain difficult concepts
Poster topics:
• Co-ordinating conjunctions
• Instructional words
• Advertising
• Literature essay
• Parts of speech
• Punctuation
• Transactional writing
• Transactional templates
• How to analyse a poem
• Analysing a cartoon
Did you know that 65% of people worldwide find visual learning more effective, therefore, a poster is one of the best ways to ensure that your learners grab these language concepts fast and easily.
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