Have you ever asked a Baltimore child how many books or magazines are in his or her home? Many children have few or no books in the home. Research shows that the best way to improve reading comprehension is to read!
I have been involved in education for most of my career (I have a master's in Reading Education), and I am passionate about promoting family-literacy and getting kids to actually enjoy reading. Educating children and inspiring them to become life-long learners is crucial to the success of our country and is the best way to help them grow up to obtain jobs rather than live off of welfare.
I am raising funds to help start a program where children will receive free books that will be sent directly to their homes. Book drives and giveaways are great, but I want to reach families who may not participate or may not have transportation to get to those events. Also, some children may receive few to no gifts, so receiving a book in the mail may make a child very happy.
I plan to collect donated books and keep my eye out for gently used books at library book sales, thrift stores, and yard sales. I will have a website up soon as I begin to get this project off the ground. I will keep records of books sent and will scan feedback from children to upload to the site.
I am thinking I can send children (or teens) a book and a stamped post card, and have them return the postcard after writing or drawing something they enjoyed about the book.
Thank you for your support! Check my website bmoreschools.org for updates!
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