Join Sherina in support of Pratham USA Readathon 2016 (Phoenix)

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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.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Harry Potter and the whole wizarding community suffered a huge loss with the death of Albus Dumbledore. But with the Ministry taken over by Voldemort, everyone knows that its only a matter of time before the final battle takes place. Meanwhile, Harry, Hermione, and Ron are hunting down horcruxes in order to make Voldemort mortal again. At the same time Voldemort is also busy hunting down a mysterious wand rumoured to be the most powerful wand. But when Voldemort finally gains hold of the wand, Harry is put to the test. Will Harry still have a chance in defeating the dark lord?

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

lord Voldemort is growing stronger and its only a matter of time before he starts striking again. With a new potions teacher and himself being captain of quidditch Harry has more worries piled up on his shoulders. At the same time, Harry has been planning ways to defeat the dark lord with Professor Dumbledore. But when a sudden attack occurs in Hogwarts and the murder of significant member of the Order of the Phoenix takes place, Harry and his friends have to brace themselves for the dark days stored in the future.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

With the rise of lord Voldemort the wizarding world and the world of the muggles are put in grave danger. But out of all these troubles group of people arise fighting to ensure safety under the name of the Order of the Phoenix. But to make matters worse, the defense against dark arts teacher is replaced by Dolores Umbridge, a woman sent to Hogwarts to act as a spy for the Ministry of Magic. Meanwhile, Harry’s scar hurts even more and he keeps seeing visions. But Harry’s decision may lead to the death of one of Harry’s beloved ones.

Keeper of the Lost Cities- Everblaze

With Sophie’s newfound ability of healing minds, Sophie is faced with the choice of healing Fintan’s broken mind. But her action has its own consequences. Half-way through the healing process, disaster strikes. Fintan sparks the everblaze putting the whole city in danger and killing one of the councillors. With the Neverseen growing more powerful, Sophie’s world is in for the worst. Will Sophie be able fix everything?

Keeper of Lost Cities- Neverseen

Sophie Foster is journeying to join the Black Swan. But this time she is not alone, Sophie is accompanied by her friends. But her worries are far from over. With an unleashed plague threatening the entire species of gnomes, Sophie and her friends again have to risk everything to ensure the safety of these creatures. As Sophie and her friends travel to Ravagog to find a cure, the five friends are faced with a sacrifice and betrayals.

Keeper of Lost Cities- Neverseen

Sophie Foster is journeying to join the Black Swan. But this time she is not alone, Sophie is accompanied by her friends. But her worries are far from over. With an unleashed plague threatening the entire species of gnomes, Sophie and her friends again have to risk everything to ensure the safety of these creatures. As Sophie and her friends travel to Ravagog to find a cure, the five friends are faced with a sacrifice and betrayals.

Keeper of the Lost Cities -Exile

Sophie Foster is getting used to her new life at the Lost Cities. But when Alden asks Sophie to journey with him to a place that time has forgotten in order to perform a memory break on a prisoner, Alden and the prisoner shatters. With her friends shunning her and the head ache of taking care of an alicorn she discovered, Sophie must journey an impossible quest with nothing but a sparkly alicorn and Keefe to make everything alright even if it means putting her life in danger. Will Sophie be able fix the problems before its too late?