More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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The most important job is getting books into the hands of my kids. Reading with children every night improves the functioning of the brain, increases vocabulary, improves theory of mind, increases knowledge, sharpens memory, strengthens writing skills, and fosters concentration.
In order to get the books into the hands of my students, I need large, durable book bags. I have been using gallon size zip baggies, however, they are not durable and they keep ripping. My students need book bags that will hold multiple books as well as materials if needed.
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The most important job is getting books into the hands of my kids. Reading with children every night improves the functioning of the brain, increases vocabulary, improves theory of mind, increases knowledge, sharpens memory, strengthens writing skills, and fosters concentration.
In order to get the books into the hands of my students, I need large, durable book bags. I have been using gallon size zip baggies, however, they are not durable and they keep ripping. My students need book bags that will hold multiple books as well as materials if needed.