Testimonials

“Our programs are enthusiastic about working with a literacy program that is fun, interesting and will help students become better readers. Real Stories offers students in after-school programs an exposure to reading and writing that they can get excited about.”

—Stefan Zucker Manager, Literacy Programs The After-School Corporation New York, NY

“The Real Stories program is just right for middle school after school programs because the issues raised in the stories and the activities appeal to their age group. That encourages them to read more—in and out of the program.”

—Steve Kessler Program Director, Staten Island JCC/IS 49 Staten Island, NY

“The kids in my program are having a ball with Real Stories—they want to do it every day. I even caught some kids in the hall talking about the stories!”

—Quinton Ervin Program Director, Good Shepherd Services/MS 206 Bronx, NY

“The activities [in Real Stories] have helped my students open up to me and express themselves.”

—Quintasha Wallace Counselor, Police Athletic League Queens, NY

“It’s the best reading material right now for teenagers. Some of my students even take the books home to read.”

—Brittany Grissett Counselor, Child Center of NY/MS 72 Queens, NY

“These adaptable sessions [in Real Jobs] are an excellent choice for any out-of-school environment. Where programming isn't possible, the youth-authored anthology alone will resonate with young people finding their way into the working world.”

—Youth Today