Answer:
Students need literacy in order to engage with the written word in everyday life. ... Being able to read and write means being able to keep up with current events, communicate effectively, and understand the issues that are shaping our world
Explanation:
I want to say either diaries or fashion magazines. Diaries are much more story like and could be a little lathered up for lack of a better word. However I would go with fashion magazines, which talk about whatever's popular at the time, giving you a quick general outlook on the time period.