In 2024, only 31% of fourth-grade public school students performed at or above the proficient level in reading according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress. This issue hasn't left with age either. The literacy crisis is fueled by many things, but we often forget to add in the factor of attention. Think about the last time you sat down to read something longer than a few pages. How long did you make it before you checked your phone? Literacy requires comprehension, and comprehension requires attention, and that's what worries me about both my generation and the ones coming. To read more check out the link in our bio. 📝Kayla Lucas 🎨Jane Huh #ncstate #news #technician #studentmedia #literacycrisis