Every Child Our Future strives to ensure that every child in the Channel Islands receives the best possible education, regardless of their circumstances.
BDO and the C5 alliance support the Every Child Our Future (ECOF) mission by volunteering for early-years reading sessions in local primary schools.
But this commitment to the joy of reading goes beyond volunteering, with some of the company’s staff as self-published authors. One such talent is Noel Mallet, Senior Consultant at BDO/C5 Alliance, who has written and illustrated a captivating children’s book titled ‘The Adventures of GRiNdaL Volume 1’. This magical tale brings to life the enchanting adventures of a goblin named GRiNdaL.
In celebration of World Book Day this year, Noel engaged Year 3 pupils at Les Landes School in an interactive reading session followed by a creative writing class. He also be volunteered at Book Buddies held in Jersey Library which is a program run by ECOF where pupils are supported by volunteers to choose books together and enjoy the children’s section of the library. This is a wonderful way for children to have the opportunity to explore the community resources of the library and to have the chance to research books and topics they are interested in with an ECOF buddy. As part of this program, he will be reading ‘The Adventures of GRiNdaL Volume 1’ to the children as well as gifting copies of his book to the schools.
Reflecting on his passion for storytelling, Noel expressed: “There is nothing more special than bringing a book to life for a child and igniting a passion for reading within them. I am grateful that BDO|C5 recognises the significance of reading and has supported me in this endeavour.”
