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.

Grade 3 teachers, Hancock School, Brockton, MA

To the wonderful people at The Dictionary Project, From all of the Grade 3 students and teachers of the Hancock School, we wish to thank you for the wonderful student dictionaries with the animal gazetteer. Our students are enjoying the books especially the animal section, as they love to learn about animals. This book is such a useful resource for our students and helps them in building their literacy skills. Once again, we thank you for your generous donation! Have a safe and happy New Year! Donna Cormier, Christina Efremidis, Shana Fitzgerald, Courtney Ryan, and Stephanie McDonald Hancock School, Grade 3 teachers Vilma Andrade Reading Resource Specialist, Hancock School