Set B Directed Writing

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Dear Sir

Suggestions on how to improve the school library

I would like to call your attention to the need to improve our school library. I sincerely believe that several changes are necessary in order to attract more students to visit it. In this letter, I will state my suggestions on the changes which need to done to the library.

2.            First of all, the number of novels should be increased. This is because the fiction section lacks books. While it is not necessary to stock the latest titles, it would be worthwhile to bring in the works of famous authors.

3.            Secondly, dictionaries of the latest edition should be available. This is due to the fact that the present dictionaries in the library are not up-to-date. Moreover, some of them were published more than a decade ago. New dictionaries are necessary as new words enter the English language every year.

4.            Thirdly, the shelves and furniture should be rearranged as the present positions are not conducive to learning. Moreover, the rearrangement of the shelves and furniture has the added benefit of conserving space. More students will be able to use the library in a more comfortable manner.   

5.            Fourthly, the walls should be repainted. Although the dull wall colour may be a minor blemish to some, I am of the opinion that a new coat of paint in a vibrant colour will improve the ambience of the library. With an improved ambience, more students will definitely find their way into the library.

5.            Fifthly, more fans should be added. This is owing to the fact that the library has been plagued by poor ventilation for the longest time. As an alternative, air-conditioners can also be installed in order to render the time spent in the library more pleasant.

6.            Lastly, more librarians should be placed at the counter. Doing so will prevent long queues, especially during recess. In addition, having more librarians will keep the theft and defacement of books in check.

7.            It is hoped that the above suggestions will be relayed to the relevant authorities. Attracting more students to the library is in line with the government’s call to inculcate the reading habit among youths. Thus, a well-maintained library is vital.

Thank you.

Yours truly

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(CHAN CHIN CHONG)