Bursting with excitement these youngsters are all ready for their foray that will give them insight into the fascinating exhibits at the National Museum. (Photo by Vanessa Narine)

SATURDAYS are a welcome respite for all children, and yesterday was no different as 52 participants in the Red Thread’s literacy programme were treated to a visit to the National Museum.

The children are from different schools, and in an effort to boost their performance, they attend the after-school classes on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

One of the four teachers, Mrs. Shirley Shafeek, explained that the children were given tuition in Reading, Mathematics, English, Social Studies as well as computer classes.

“The balance between study and having fun should be there so that is what today is all about,” she said.