What is literacy, and why does it matter?

What is literacy?

Literacy is the ability to read, write, speak and listen in a way that allows us to communicate effectively and make sense of the world around us.

The importance of literacy

Literacy is a fundamental life skill. Without it, life would be very challenging. Literacy skills help you to develop and communicate, and they underpin most learning at school. Reading, writing, listening and speaking are integral to success and to day-to-day engagement with learning activities.

"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."