Minnehaha Grange Brings Dictionaries and Joy to Vancouver’s Third Graders.
Minnehaha Grange Brings Dictionaries and Joy to Vancouver’s Third Graders Minnehaha Grange #164 recently donated student dictionaries to all third graders at Minnehaha Elementary School in Vancouver, Washington. The delivery came just before the winter break, adding an extra layer of excitement for the young students. In early February, the Grange received a package of heartfelt thank-you notes from the children. Many included colorful... Read More
Two New Groundbreaking Dictionaries of South Africa’s indigenous languages.
Dr. Max Marhanele Helps Preserve Xitsonga with New Dictionaries In Limpopo, South Africa, Dr. Max Marhanele is working hard to protect the Xitsonga language. A former teacher and examiner, he noticed a serious need for better Xitsonga language resources. To help fix this, he created two important dictionaries of South Africa’s indigenous languages. The first, Tihlu’ngu’ ta rixaka, is a monolingual Xitsonga dictionary. He... Read More
Renault CEO Publishes Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile.
Renault CEO Publishes Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile to Celebrate Car Culture and Empower Women. Luca de Meo, CEO of Renault Group, has authored The Sentimental Dictionary of the Automobile, a passion project celebrating the history, culture, and personal stories behind the automotive world. Following its successful release in France in October 2024, the book is set to launch in Spain and Latin America... Read More
Oakview Grange #311 Continues 20-Year Tradition of Supporting Literacy.
Oakview Grange #311 Continues 20-Year Tradition of Supporting Literacy Oakview Grange #311 in Centralia, Washington, has been a steadfast partner of The Dictionary Project for more than two decades. Their recent letter reflects the deep joy and lasting impact that providing dictionaries brings to third-grade students. Here’s their inspiring message: Letter Content: March 13, 2025 Good Morning! Enclosed are thank-you letters from the third... Read More
Marshall Rotary Club Brings the Joy of Dictionaries to Local Students
Marshall Rotary Club Brings the Joy of Dictionaries to Local Students The Marshall Rotary Club in Illinois continues its proud tradition of supporting The Dictionary Project by delivering student dictionaries to local third graders. Their heartfelt letter reminds us of the excitement and pride children feel when they receive their very own dictionary, labeled with their name. Here’s their touching message: Letter Content: December... Read More
Summit Public Schools Defends the Importance of Print Dictionaries and Thanks The Dictionary Project.
Summit Public Schools Defends the Importance of Print Dictionaries and Thanks The Dictionary Project We are proud to share this strong letter of support from Summit Public Schools in New Jersey. Their message highlights why physical dictionaries remain essential for developing critical thinking, independence, and literacy skills in young learners. Here’s their message: Letter Content: February 14, 2024 Mary French, Director The Dictionary Project... Read More
New Providence Board of Education Thanks The Dictionary Project for Their Continued Impact
New Providence Board of Education Thanks The Dictionary Project for Their Continued Impact. We are honored to receive this heartfelt letter from the New Providence Board of Education in New Jersey, representing Allen W. Roberts and Salt Brook Schools. Their words highlight why providing students with hard-copy dictionaries remains so important in today’s digital world. Here’s what they shared: Letter Content: January 23rd, 2024... Read More
Kiwanis Club of Apache Junction Distributes Over 260 Dictionaries to Local Students.
The Kiwanis Club of Apache Junction proudly participated in The Dictionary Project for the first time this year, delivering dictionaries to all fifth-grade students at four local schools: Peralta Trail Elementary, Four Peaks Elementary, Desert Vista Elementary, and the Avalon Charter School of Apache Junction. The club successfully distributed over 260 dictionaries, helping students build their vocabulary and strengthen their learning skills. In their... Read More
✏️ What Is a Visual Dictionary, and How Does It Relate to The Dictionary Project?
✏️ What Is a Visual Dictionary, and How Does It Relate to The Dictionary Project? A visual dictionary is a type of dictionary that explains the meaning of words primarily through detailed images and diagrams, rather than just definitions. Instead of listing only text-based explanations, a visual dictionary shows pictures of objects, concepts, or ideas and labels their parts, making it easier for readers—especially... Read More
📚 148 Dictionaries Donated to Ridgeview Global Studies Academy Students in Florida
April 18, 2025 – Davenport, FL – In a significant effort to promote literacy, Steve Githens presented 148 dictionaries to students at Ridgeview Global Studies Academy (RGSA) in Polk County, Florida. This initiative is part of the ongoing dictionary distribution program aimed at enhancing vocabulary skills among young learners. RGSA, a K–12 charter school located in northeastern Polk County, emphasizes global studies and cultural... Read More