Each book opens up a world

From the "Reading Culture Ambassador" contests and the annual reading culture festival organized by the city, the spirit of loving books has been strongly spread in the community, especially the young generation. With many rich and creative activities, it has contributed to arousing the passion for reading in students. From the pages of books, the value of knowledge is spread, affirming the role of reading culture in modern life.

Students participating in the " Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" competition in 2025. Photo: NHAT HA

Sowing the seeds of knowledge

As one of the four winners of the "Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" award at the 2025 "Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" competition, Doan Vu Minh Thu, a student from Nguyen Trai High School (Lien Chieu ward), shared that reading books helps her accumulate a lot of knowledge, helps her mature in her thinking, empathize, and understand herself better.

In her entry, Thu chose a book by author Nguyen Nhat Anh, a work that changed her perspective on kindness, perseverance, and responsibility in life. From there, Thu wants to spread these positive values ​​to her friends and share the positive inspiration from the pages of the book.

From Thu's sharing, it's clear that each book is not only a companion but also a silent teacher nurturing the soul and igniting a thirst for learning in young people. It is from this passion that the reading movement among students in Da Nang has gradually spread, becoming a bright spot in the journey of sowing the seeds of knowledge and fostering a reading culture in schools and the community.

Similarly, regarding the "Da Nang Reading Culture" award 2025, Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, a student from Phan Chau Trinh High School (Hai Chau ward), shared that she was very happy to win the prize in the competition. This is a beneficial playground for students of all levels in the city, through which Ngan and many other students are encouraged to express their passion for books; be creative in spreading reading culture, and become "ambassadors" inspiring reading to their families, friends, and society...

Through competitions and activities, the city aims to spread a reading culture among students and the community. Photo: NHAT HA

Similar to Da Nang, activities related to reading culture are also strongly implemented in Quang Nam (formerly). The "Quang Nam Province Reading Culture Ambassador" competition in 2025, organized by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism in coordination with the Department of Education and Training and Quang Nam College from May to August 2025, also attracted a large number of participants in both written and video formats.

According to the organizers, the entries from contestants at all levels, from primary to secondary and high school, demonstrated a love of books and rich creativity. Many entries had unique ideas and profound content, showing understanding, life experience, and a desire to spread reading culture to the community; they also sparked fresh thinking about building reading habits, cultivating character, and developing life skills for the younger generation.

These included entries from elementary school students presented in vivid and engaging video format , showcasing significant investment in both content and form, creating a positive and high-quality effect, such as the works of Huynh Mai Ngan Giang (Class 5C, Nguyen Van Troi Elementary School, Nui Thanh Commune), Duong Bao An (Class 2/1, Vo Thi Sau Elementary School, Tam Ky Ward). There was also the emotionally rich entry from Nguyen Thi Phuong Quynh, a student from Nguyen Hue High School (Nui Thanh Commune), which was connected to her personal experiences…

Students in the city participate in reading spaces and reading culture festivals. Photo: NHAT HA

Make reading a habit

According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoi An, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the "Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" initiative is one of the concrete activities implementing the city's reading culture development goals. It also contributes to developing the reading movement in schools, encouraging creativity and active learning among students; and promoting reading culture among young people in particular and the city in general.

Over the past seven years, the competition has become a familiar meeting place for book lovers, affirming the strong spread of the reading movement in schools. The investment and dedication in the contestants' entries show that they not only express their feelings about their favorite books but also offer creative solutions to promote a reading culture.

According to Ms. An, the creativity and initiative of the students, along with the support of teachers and parents, have contributed to spreading and nurturing a love of reading and inspiring a spirit of self-learning and exploration among young people. "In the coming years, the city will expand the scale and create opportunities for students throughout the region to interact, learn, and develop their creativity, providing them with more beneficial playgrounds to enrich their minds and knowledge," Ms. An said.

In addition to the activities of the "Reading Culture Ambassador" competition, over the years, the city's cultural sector has organized many activities related to the Reading Culture Festival to spread and awaken a love of reading in the community.

In 2025, the city will organize many meaningful activities to spread reading culture, such as the "2025 Reading Culture Festival" with themes like: "Spring and the Pages of Books"; "Reading Culture - Connecting the Community"; "Sowing the Seeds of Knowledge - Lighting Up the Future"; the Son Tra Book Fair 2025 with the theme "Books - The Gateway to Knowledge"; the Hai Chau Book Fair, etc.

Besides showcasing and introducing new books to readers, these events also feature a variety of activities such as exhibitions displaying valuable information resources, documents, new and excellent books; talk shows, seminars, and workshops on reading culture, artificial intelligence, and learning skills… all aimed at affirming the role and position of reading culture in social life, contributing to raising intellectual standards, nurturing the soul, developing creative thinking, and forming a healthier lifestyle.

The 2025 "Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" competition received 46,437 entries. 28 outstanding entries were awarded 4 "Da Nang Reading Culture Ambassador" prizes and 24 "Da Nang Reading Culture" prizes. Additionally, the organizers selected 6 of the best entries to submit to the national competition. In the "Quang Nam Province Reading Culture Ambassador" competition, the organizers awarded 4 first prizes, 6 second prizes, 6 third prizes, 12 consolation prizes, and 2 special prizes. The Quang Nam Library selected 4 of the best entries to submit to the national competition.

Source: https://baodanang.vn/moi-cuon-sach-mo-ra-mot-the-gioi-3308246.html