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Studies show that the single strongest indicator of a child's future reading success is simple: the number of books in the home. Yet access to books is virtually nonexistent for children in need. In low-income neighborhoods, there is access to, on average, just one age-appropriate book for every 300 children, compared with 13 books for every child in middle-income families. More than 80% of presch

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Every $3.00 donated provides a book to a child in need. Proof that every bit makes a difference. https://goo.gl/N2j0hd

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Are you looking to expand your classroom's library? We can help! Apply for book grant. Deadline is November 4th. https://goo.gl/PD1I1z.

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Know a teacher, organization or group that could use some brand new 📚 books 📚 for the kids or teens they serve? Tag this post and share! We're currently accepting applications. https://goo.gl/PD1I1z.

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