According to a study by the Open University, schools should prioritize providing humorous and horror books to pre-teens to foster a love for reading. The report, analyzing responses from 4,000 children aged 11 and 12, found that genres like horror, adventure, and humor are more popular than classic literature. Professor Teresa Cremin, a literacy specialist, argues against the 'snobbery' surrounding children's reading choices, emphasizing that all types of books can encourage reading. In light of this, the campaign 'Get Britain Reading' has been launched, revealing that only one in three children read in their spare time. The initiative has raised £50,000 to support reading charities and aims to connect students with engaging literature. Additionally, new phonics programs are being developed for secondary school students to address low reading skills, offering age-appropriate content with simpler language.