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Episode: IAM2251 - Founder Develops Reading Materials for Older Students

Description: Louise Baigelman, founder and CEO of Storyshares, a literacy organization aimed at improving adolescent literacy. Louise discusses her background as a teacher in underserved communities, where she encountered significant challenges with students reading well below grade level. This inspired her to create Storyshares, focusing on developing engaging, culturally relevant reading materials for older students at lower reading levels. Louise explains the organization’s innovative approach, which includes running writing contests to gather stories that meet the needs of struggling readers. She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships throughout her journey. The conversation highlights the importance of balance, prioritization, and focus....

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