Sharjah: Kalimat Group, a prominent local publisher, has celebrated a significant milestone with its award-winning book, “The House of Wisdom,” authored by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi. The book signing session took place at Kalimat’s stand during the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2025), marking the success of the book, which has been honored with both the Sharjah Children’s Book Award in the English-language category for ages 7-13 and the BolognaRagazzi Award 2025. This event is part of the ongoing festival at Expo Centre Sharjah, themed ‘Dive into Books,’ running until May 4th.
According to Emirates News Agency, Kalimat Group has unveiled a series of new initiatives that align with its mission to foster a culture of reading. These initiatives include the release of new titles, strategic partnerships, and author-led reading sessions designed to promote literary engagement. The group has also announced several collaborative projects aimed at expanding the reach of Arabic children’s publishing.
In a significant development, Kalimat Group has signed a strategic sponsorship agreement with the Sharjah Cooperative Society. This partnership entails the Society sponsoring Kalimat’s stand at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival for the next three years. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to cultural engagement and literacy promotion, with plans to launch initiatives that encourage reading and education both within Sharjah and beyond.
Kalimat Group has also used the literary festival as a platform to introduce new titles, including “Did You Know?” by Sheikha Meera Al Qasimi. This book, aimed at children aged 6 and above, combines fun and education by presenting unique animal facts in both Arabic and English. Another new release is “Fasten Your Seatbelt,” authored by Noura Alkhoori in collaboration with Sharjah Airport. This educational book offers young readers an engaging introduction to aviation, covering everything from check-in to takeoff.
To enhance the festival experience, Kalimat Group organized interactive reading sessions featuring various authors. These sessions provided children with the opportunity to interact with authors, fostering creativity and a passion for reading.
