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Data and the Human Touch

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When Kevin was in kindergarten he had an organic brain injury, which forced him to have to relearn everything from walking to using the bathroom. He could no longer keep up with his peers in the classroom. Sophia and her family were left confused and concerned about her future in the classroom.

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10X: CEO’s Update: Spring 2014

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Bookshare is helping Kevin— who had suffered a brain injury—to keep up with his school work. Our Bookshare online library is continuing to multiply its impact. Canadians with disabilities will now have access to Bookshare through their public libraries and the Canadian National Institute of the Blind.

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How to Host a Read-a-thon Fundraiser

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However, with a read-a-thon fundraiser, you can give your supporters the opportunity to slow down and crack open a book while also teaching young students the value of reading and escaping into exciting stories. Send them home with students so parents are aware of the fundraiser and can provide support. Thank your donors and readers.

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Guest Post: Nell Taylor on the Chicago Underground Library

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Last month, I got a chance to talk with Nell Taylor, founder of the Chicago Underground Library. Our volunteers are the heart and soul and brains and heavy lifters (figuratively and-- when you have boxes of books involved-- literally) of our organization. Nell will be responding to comments on this blog and can also be reached here.

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Accessible eBooks for Equal Opportunity

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Kevin Leong was in kindergarten when he experienced an organic brain injury that forced him to relearn everything from walking to using the bathroom. He could no longer keep up with his peers in the classroom. For several years, he struggled in school because his vision was blurry and reading normal size print was grueling.

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