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Start The Adventure in Reading

From: Julia Botero
Length: 03:15

A New Orleans non-profit tutors second graders in reading Read the full description.
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Capdau042707f_small Justin is a second grader at Mary Cloud Bethume Elementary in New Orleans. Reading is tough for Justin but thanks to the help of a non-profit called S.T.A.I.R. Justin is building his self-esteem along with his reading skills.

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Justin is a second grader at Mary Cloud Bethume Elementary in New Orleans. Reading is tough for Justin but thanks to the help of a non-profit called S.T.A.I.R. Justin is building his self-esteem along with his reading skills.

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  • Added to PRX ~3 years ago
  • Produced: Mar 01, 2010
  • Producers: Julia Botero

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