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.

John Schmid, Kiwanis Club of Mt. Franklin El Paso, El Paso, TX

Our Kiwanis Club started with 1 school 3 years ago, expanded to 2, then 3, now 9; because various members made contact with different schools. Elementary school principals and counselors like the project, and the children delight in receiving their own dictionary.