A dictionary teaches a child how to approach a problem and use critical thinking skills by sounding out the word and finding it in the dictionary. This simple task gives them a feeling of self-confidence and satisfaction that they cannot get online.

Bonnie Stauffer, Rotary Club of Bloomfield, Hemlock, NY

We have been giving out dictionaries to the 3rd grade for about 10 years. The kids are always excited to have us come. Many remember that we are coming from our commitment to them from 2nd grade when we give them trees for Arbor Day. Often we get comments about how their brother or sister got a dictionary in prior years. Great program!