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Reading Scores and Wars: A New Solution

Posted on November 16, 2011 by admin

Recent data shows that over the past two decades the reading competency of American students has lagged. These findings demand immediate action. With all the many programs our teachers adopt and school districts purchase, and with all the debate over … Continue reading →

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My New Article on HuffPost: A New Girls and Women’s Literacy Empowerment Movement

Posted on August 2, 2011 by admin

I am back from Kenya with a fire in my heart. I have a fierce and deep passion to spread the LitWorld LitClubs all over the world, to create a positive space for girls and women everywhere. I wrote a … Continue reading →

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My Time in Africa

Posted on July 25, 2011 by admin

This July, I went on a literacy mission with the LitWorld team to Africa, visiting schools in Kenya. Here are some words I wrote to capture my experience. You can also find the rest of my stories, as well as … Continue reading →

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My Guest Blog on the Millenium Cities Initiative Website

Posted on July 25, 2011 by admin

I wrote about the power of the LitWorld Girls Clubs, and planting seeds for new female leaders in Kenya through the Millenium Cities Initiative Website. Read my guest entry here.

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Top 5 Reasons Writing is Important for Kids on NBC’s Education Nation

Posted on July 24, 2011 by admin

My guest blog has recently been published on NBC News Education Nation: 1. Writing builds confidence in a child’s sense of herself and her voice. 2. Writing helps kids create and strengthen their identities. 3. Writing fosters a child’s emotional … Continue reading →

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