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.

Charles Costello, Wellsville Elks Lodge # 1495, Wellsville, NY

We have been participating for 6 years now. This is a great project! I think it is something that should definitely be kept. We order the Student’s Dictionary. I like them because they are not just a dictionary. We make sure to reference the multiplication table because third graders will be learning that before the end of the year. Teachers are always excited to get their copies too! This donation is actually being paid for by the entire Order of Elks #1495. Through the kindness of the members of our lodge, without their even knowing it, they have contributed to this project.