World Book and copyright day

 PM SHRI KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA KARIMGANJ

Report on World Book and Copyright Day Awareness Session

With Bookmark Making Activity

Date: 23rd April 2026

Venue: School Library, PM Shri KV Karimganj

Organized by: Library Department

Conducted by: Nikita Patel, Librarian

Introduction

World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated globally on 23rd April every year to promote the joy of reading, encourage publishing, and highlight the importance of copyright laws. On this occasion, PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Karimganj organized an awareness session in the school library to instill reading habits among students and to educate them about the value of books and intellectual property.

Objectives of the Program

To create awareness about the importance of books and reading

To introduce students to copyright laws and ethical use of information

To develop creativity through a hands-on bookmark making activity

To encourage regular library usage among students

Program Details

The program began with a warm welcome by Librarian Ms. Nikita Patel, who introduced the significance of World Book and Copyright Day. She explained how books play a vital role in shaping knowledge, imagination, and personality.

An interactive awareness session was conducted where students learned about:

The history and importance of World Book Day

The concept of copyright and why it is important

Respecting authors' work and avoiding plagiarism

The benefits of reading books regularly.

Students actively participated in the discussion by answering questions and sharing their favorite books and authors.

Bookmark Making Activity

Following the awareness session, a creative bookmark making activity was organized for students. The aim of this activity was to combine creativity with reading habits.

Students were provided with materials such as:

Colored papers

Sketch pens

Crayons

Decorative items

They designed beautiful and colorful bookmarks with inspirational quotes, drawings, and messages promoting reading. The activity generated great enthusiasm among students and showcased their creativity.

Some students wrote quotes like:

"Books are our best friends"

"Reading is dreaming with open eyes"

The bookmarks were later displayed in the library, creating an inspiring reading environment.

Student Participation

Students from various classes actively participated in the program. Their enthusiasm and creativity were clearly visible during both the awareness session and the activity. The session helped them understand the importance of respecting intellectual property and encouraged them to develop a habit of reading.

Outcome of the Program

Increased awareness about books and copyright laws

Enhanced student interest in reading

Development of creativity and artistic skills

Improved participation in library activities

Strengthened understanding of ethical use of information.

Conclusion

The World Book and Copyright Day celebration at PM Shri KV Karimganj was a great success. The awareness session along with the bookmark making activity effectively conveyed the importance of books and reading culture among students. Such activities play a crucial role in developing lifelong learners and responsible readers.

The program concluded with a vote of thanks by the librarian, encouraging students to make reading a daily habit.

Prepared by:

Nikita Patel

Librarian

PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Karimganj