Join Sia in support of Pratham USA Readathon 2016 (Dallas-Ft. Worth)

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What is the Readathon?
Pratham USA Readathon 2016 is a fundraising initiative that encourages kids in the U.S. to read books and raise money to help underprivileged kids in India learn to read, write and count.
How does it work?
With a parent’s help, kids ask their friends and family to donate money to Pratham for every book they read. The more books they read and the more people they ask, the more money they raise.
Where does my money go?
All donations to the Readathon go to support Pratham’s work for child education in India. With the help of trained professionals and dedicated volunteers, Pratham runs pre-schools and after-school programs in many cities and villages of India so that underprivileged children can read, write and count at their appropriate grade level. Pratham needs only $25 to educate one child for one whole year.
Who can participate?
Kids of any age can participate (adults too!). Children too young to read can have a parent or older siblings read to them.
Why participate?
Reading is good for everyone. Reading to help others learn to read is Great! Participating in this Readathon is an amazing way to do community service and enjoy the benefits of reading at the same time – expanded vocabulary, improved communication skills and increased knowledge.
Are there prizes?
Yes! Medals and Trophies for readers who raise more money so that more kids are helped. A Young Reader Award for the reader who raises the most money and a Young Leader Award for the Readathon Coordinator who demonstrates strong leadership skills and whose team raises a significant amount of money. Certificates of Appreciation for all readers.
What is a Readathon Coordinator?
A Readathon Coordinator (RC) is a high school student who leads a team of younger readers and guides, supports and cheers them on in meeting their reading and fundraising goals for the Readathon. An RC will learn good management and leadership skills and can also enjoy all the benefits of being a reader. Volunteering experience as RC may be used to fulfill honor society requirements or to build up the resume.
How do I know if my donation makes a difference?
In addition to various impact stories you can read here some participating families have also visited Pratham programs in India to see the impact with their own eyes. You can contact us if you want to plan a visit to a Pratham site or have specific questions. In addition, Pratham is a four star rated charity (highest possible rating) by the Charity Navigator.
I want more details.
Here are some more details about Readathon. Here is more information about Pratham.

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Every book I read helps educate a child in India

Dear Friends,

I am participating in Pratham USA Readathon 2016 because I want to help less fortunate children attend Pratham schools and learn to read, write and count well. Pratham is a not-for-profit organization that is educating millions of kids in India since it was founded in 1995. It is very well known and has won many international awards for its work in child literacy and education. Pratham USA raises funds and awareness in the US for this important cause. Please visit www.prathamusa.org for more information.

Pratham needs only $25 to educate one child for one whole year. I love to read because when I read, I can learn a lot, meet new people, discover new places, find new ideas, improve my vocabulary, use my imagination and never get bored! I am so happy that with your donation, my reading will help many other children. I am going to read 20 books. Please support my Readathon by making a donation to Pratham USA today.

Love,
(Sia Patel)

Auggie and me Pluto chapter (sent March 20)

I just finished reading the Pluto chapter in Auggie and me. If you read the update about wonder you would know how Auggie is. This chapter was about how much Pluto knew Auggie. At the beginning Pluto told how he knew Auggie when they were little,because he had a deformed face he did not have many friends.So they went over to their neighbors house because their neighbors had a child that was Pluto Auggie and him became best friends.A short time later they made a moms group to help the kids make friends. When they got older they started calling ”Pluto” his real name and it was Chris. When Chris got into 6th grade Him and Auggie were still friends.One day Chris left things at his house by accident so his mom would have to drop his things off at the school. But mom never came. That prevented him from doing band. He was surprised that his dad came to pick him up.His mom and dad were were not together any more. So he asked his dad where his mom was he said that she was in the hospital because she got into a car accident. His dad took Chis to the hospital to see his mom she had a broken leg she was in a wheelchair,because his mom could not walk around and move by herself his dad had to stay there to help his mom. Later that day Chris was doing his homework and did not know how to do it.So he went into the guest room to ask his dad because his mom was resting.His dad did not know how to do it either.The only person how knew how to do it was his mom but she was asleep.He started crying because he thought that it was his fault that his mom got into a car accident and broke her leg and he could not solve his math problem.Auggie’s mom called to see how his mom was doing on Chirs’s phone.After she saw that he was crying she gave the phone to Auggie so he could calm him down and help him with the math problem. In the end they solved the math problem and had a good night.

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Pratham is the largest not-for-profit organization providing quality education to underprivileged children in India. Pratham uses very low-cost and scalable methods and works in collaboration with the government, local communities, parents, teachers and volunteers across the country to educate millions of children every year. Pratham’s mission is “Every Child in School and Learning Well.”

“Pratham USA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a four-star rating (the highest possible) from Charity Navigator accepts tax deductible contributions from U.S. donors to help Pratham continue and expand its work for child literacy and education. For more information, visit  www.prathamusa.org or visit our page on Facebook, or Instagram”.

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