Join Gayatri in support of Pratham USA Readathon 2016 (Austin)

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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.

Escape Under The Forever Sky

Escape under the forever sky by Eve Yohalem is full of suspense, excitement, and adventure. This book starts of by describing a girl named Lucy Hoffman the daughter of the American ambassador to Ethiopa. Growing up in the Ethiopian suburbs she is almost NEVER let out of her house. For the times she is does, she goes to watch a game or drives to see the wilderness or to her best friends Tana’s house. One day when she is at Tana’s house they decide to sneak out. When they are out Lucy gets kidnapped and put in a prison (a small wood box with large holes). She manages to escape but she doesn’t know what lies ahed of her. The danger, bruises and adventure!😮

Books I Have Read

1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
16.The Mystery of the Ivory Charm
17.The Secret of the Forgotten City
18.The MoonStone Castle Mystery
19.The Phantom of Pine Hill
20.The Sky Phantom
21.The Hidden Window
22.The Clue of The Broken Lockets
23.The Double Jinx Mystery
24.The Mystery At Lilac inn
25.The Clue of the Black Keys
26.Escape Under the Forever sky
27.Hatchet
28.The Elephant in the Garden
29.Popular
30.THe Emerald Atlas
31.Walls Within Walls
32.A Handful Of Stars
33.Space Case
34.Unusual Chickens For the the Exceptiniol Farmer
35.Roller girl
36.Circis Mirandus
37.Hamster Princess Harriet the Invincible
38.The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate
39.How To Speak Dolphin
40.Darkstalker
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Books I Have Read

GOAL 50
1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
16.The Mystery of the Ivory Charm
17.The Secret of the Forgotten City
18.The MoonStone Castle Mystery
19.The Phantom of Pine Hill
20.The Sky Phantom
21.The Hidden Window
22.The Clue of The Broken Lockets
23.The Double Jinx Mystery
24.The Mystery At Lilac inn
25.The Clue of the Black Keys
26.Escape Under the Forever sky
27.Hatchet
28.The Elephant in the Garden
29.Popular
30.THe Emerald Atlas
31.Walls Within Walls
32.A Handful Of Stars
33.Space Case
34.Unusual Chickens For the the Exceptiniol Farmer
35.Roller girl
36.Circis Mirandus
37.Hamster Princess Harriet the Invincible
38.The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate
39.How To Speak Dolphin
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Books I Have Read

GOAL 25
1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
16.The Mystery of the Ivory Charm
17.The Secret of the Forgotten City
18.The MoonStone Castle Mystery
19.The Phantom of Pine Hill
20.The Sky Phantom
21.The Hidden Window
22.The Clue of The Broken Lockets
23.The Double Jinx Mystery
24.The Mystery At Lilac inn
25.The Clue of the Black Keys

Recommended read from Gayatri (9-10 age group)

MOON RISING by Tui Sutherland
(Wings of Fire)

One of my favorite books this summer was Moon Rising. You can picture every move the characters make and I love the characters in the book. In this book there are 7 different tribes of dragons – Night Wings, Sand Wings, Sea Wings, Sky Wings, Ice Wings, Mud Wings, and Rain Wings. Moon Watcher is a Night Wing. For a while the Night Wings did not have powers until her. She has prophetic and mind reading powers. She has them because she was born under 3 full moons. Her best friend Kinkajou is a Rain Wing who rarely get mad and is almost always changing bright colors but she they can hide very well. Qibli is a funny and smart Sand wing who likes warm conditions. Winter has a frosty attitude and keeps a savenger (human) named Bandit. Turtle is a Sea wing who stays away from other dragons, and Moon can’t read his mind.
There are 8 books in the series and this is 6th. You should read this book series if you like suspense, fantasy and like to use your imagination. This book reminded me of the dragons from my all time favorite book Harry Potter.
Gayatri ;) :)

Books i have read

GOAL 25
1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
16.The Mystery of the Ivory Charm
17.The Secret of the Forgotten City
18.The MoonStone Castle Mystery
19.The Phantom of Pine Hill
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Books i have read

GOAL 25
1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
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Books i have read

GOAL 25
1.Aliens on Vacation
2.Aliens in Disguise
3.Aliens on Rampage
4.Greagor the Overlander
5.Greagor and the Prophecy of Bane
6.Greagor and the Curse of the Warmbloods
7.Greagor and the marks of Secret
8.The Dragonet Prophecy
9.The Lost Heir
10.The Hidden Kingdom
11.The Dark Secret
12.The Brightest Night
13.Moon rising
14.Winter Turning
15.Escaping Peril
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