1.3.1 The Importance of Literacy
Literacy skills are very important, especially for the younger generation. The more literature that is read, the more knowledge and open new horizons. Literacy skills are not only very important but also very much needed, especially in the current era. Because the development of science and technology and information communication is very fast.
1.3.2 Impact of Lack of Literacy
The negative impact of a lack of literacy is not small, there are several impacts of a lack of literacy, namely: (1) Many young people become lazy individuals, (2) Lack of insight for someone who lacks literacy because they are unable to compete with other regions and even outside countries, (3) It is difficult to get a job because they don't have much insight, (4) For the younger generation, it will be difficult and even unable to develop the potential that exists within them because of the lack of insight.
1.3.3 Causes of Low Literacy in Indonesia
There are several reasons why Indonesia has low literacy, some of which are: (1) Lack of reading materials and inappropriate literacy practices, (2) Low interest in reading, compared to other countries. Indonesia ranks in the bottom 10 countries with low literacy levels. Indonesia ranks 62nd out of 70 countries.
1.3.4 Tips to Improve Literacy
The low literacy of our country greatly affects the quality of the Indonesian nation, because with low literacy, we cannot know and keep up with the development of science and information in this world. Some ways that can be done are:
1.3.4.1 Generating Reading Intention
People who are lazy to read because of a lack of intention or desire do not even exist at all, giving rise to laziness. Therefore, grow a serious intention and instill in your heart that books are a storehouse of knowledge.
1.3.4.2 Make a List of Books You Want to Read
