PlanetRead and the team behind it are an inspiration to me - a brilliantly simple idea well executed through tenacity, intelligence and good old-fashioned hard work. Theirs is a story of sticking with something they believed in, often in the face of great challenges, eventually coming through and inspiring the reading skills of literally millions of young children in India. I've been so impressed with their model and approach that they've been featured in both of my social innovation books - and because of that, I know their story resonates with many other people, too. One of my favourite NGOs, period.
Planet Read Makes a good participation in many profiles. Non Profit objective is appreciated that too in multi language developments. I am aware of their participation for many years. Children stories and stories about iconic leaders and legends and also SLS are their few areas which I am aware. I wish that it should grow in many folds and set as an example
PlanetRead 05/28/2019
Thank you Sivakumar, we're happy to have you with us in this journey as we bring reading to millions of children and adults.
(English translation below)
Trabajar con ellos ha sido extraordinario. Siempre profesionales y amables, me envían la información y me apoyan con cualquier duda que tenga.
El español es uno de los idiomas más hablados del mundo, en tantos países, y es un privilegio poder motivar a los niños a leer y escucharlo, además de poder promoverlo con adultos que quizás también estén interesados en aprender el idioma.
¡Qué maravilla poder crear material didáctico gratuito internacionalmente para que los niños puedan leer multiples idiomas! Gracias Bookbox
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Working with them has always been extraordinary. Always professional and kind, they send me the information and help me with any questions I might have.
Spanish is one of the most spoken languages in the world, and in many countries, and its a privilege to motivate children to read and listen to it, as well as be able to promote it with adults that might be interested in learning the language.
How wonderful is it to be able to create international free didactic material so that children can learn to read in multiple languages! Thank you Bookbox.
PlanetRead 05/28/2019
Thank you so much, Leslie, our work would not be complete without the support of people like you :)
They have a professional team, videos for children are really great and demostrate the good quality of their work
PlanetRead 05/27/2019
Thank you, Asha!
We've been working with PlanetRead's Pondicherry office now for more than 15 years. They're a dedicated team, a pleasure to work with, and they produce wonderful learning content for children!
Michael, Avitra - Auroville international translators
PlanetRead 05/27/2019
Thanks Michael, for the kind words. Avitra is one of the most professional agencies we have worked with :)
It was indeed great working with PlanetRead. A simple idea of subtitles yet in an innovative way, Same Language Subtitling is helping many by improving their reading skills and by further moving us towards a better India.
PlanetRead 05/24/2019
Thank you Divyabala, for the kind words. It was great working with you too.
I have been following the work done at PlanetRead for over 10 years now, and yet it feels just like yesterday that they started the ground-breaking work which they do. The progress and the repository of material that they have created in these years is a benchmark that each educational organization should strive for.
I cannot think of a better way to bring technology and learning to the masses at a low cost- what an idea and what professional and dedicated service from the entire team- kudos.
The philosophy runs top down into each member of the staff, and I wish the team many more years and projects to continue the wonderful work.
We, an NGO based out of Pondicherry, have also used Bookbox and PlanetRead material for our street and slum children and the results were incredibly encouraging-not only do the children enjoy a reading session- learning happens on the side of fun through fun!
I would recommend their content for individuals, families as well as larger organisations- the entire process from email to implementation of the stories in our centres was effortless.
Good going team Planetread!
PlanetRead 05/21/2019
Thank you so much Vandana, for such a beautiful review of our work. We are truly lucky to have friends like you. Wishing you the best, as always :)
I'm really happy to see a professional team that empowers the literacy and education of thousands of Indian children.
PlanetRead 05/21/2019
Thank you Krishna and likewise :)
The team is doing a great job. Their content is relevant and contextual for the children in our country. We have received positive feedback from the schools and teachers we are working with. Keep up the good work!
PlanetRead 05/21/2019
So happy to hear that, Komal, thanks for the kind words. It's great to work with people like you :)
Working with Planetread has been a profound and great knowledge sharing experience. We at Design Therapy Now, designed their website and it was a thoughtful and purposeful exercise to offer a variety of stories in multiple languages across the world. The team was high on motivation to deliver an exceptional experience to their readers and I appreciate their patience and openness to learn in terms of design and experiences. Looking forward to your stories!
PlanetRead 05/21/2019
Thank you for the kind words Snighdha, it was great working with you too. Your design expertise has been invaluable! Look forward to being in touch for future collaboration.
My cooperation with Bookbox team and PlanetRead started this year and they have been working on the language, that has no Roman Alphabet. This is Georgian Language, represented with an animated story ,,The First Christmas".
The team consists of proffesionals attentive to details.
I hope we'll work side by side as long as this project lasts.
PlanetRead 05/12/2019
Thank you Anna, we're excited to work with you create educational content in rare languages like Georgian. We look forward doing many more AniBooks :)
It's always a great joy working for bookbox. So refreshing and heartening to know that you help our children better read and care for the earth. These stories are rooted in the present and give hope for the future!
Continue and spread the good work. I look forward to voice again my deep appreciation....
Cristof Award Pitoeff
PlanetRead 05/10/2019
Thank you so much Cristof, you've played an important in our journey :)
Hi! I am Edzard, born in Germany but working in the International Project of Auroville. India, since 43 years. Thru
PlanetRead 05/13/2019
Thanks Edzard, it's great to have you in our journey to bring reading to millions of children and adults. Can you please re-post your review... it seems to be cut abruptly.
What if your child can watch cartoons/animations and learn to read too!
With increasing exposure to smartphones, tablets and TV throwing so much colour and animation, the lacklustre backboards and books have jaded out in keeping the already short attention span of new learners engaged. PlanetRead’s Same Language Subtitling (SLS) of film songs on TV and AniBooks with animated stories is a simple yet brilliant idea to help new learners and semi-literates acquire reading skills.
Eye-tracking studies in Europe and Rajasthan confirm that the reading of subtitles is automatic and inescapable. One tends to also read while listening to the song or story. It is indeed a win-win case for both parents/teachers and children alike. So go ahead parents, let the child have his cake and (you) eat it too!
Have been working with PlanetRead for a year now. They work tirelessly towards making the 'Reading' easy. Commendable work, keep it up team!!
I've been engaged as a volunteer with PlanetRead for almost 5 years, and have thoroughly enjoyed my association and interactions with their several team members during this time. Furthermore, through co-managing probono consulting projects with PlanetRead, I know that other student and professional volunteers from universities and corporations in the US and India have equally appreciated PlanetRead's work.
I am proud to be connected with PlanetRead, and will continue to be an advocate of the great work they are doing in progressing the field of education!
I have been a volunteer with PlanetRead since 2013- initially based in India and now as a remote volunteer. PlanetRead is among the most professional nonprofits I have worked with, and has an incredibly dedicated staff which shows through in all of their work. Their concept leverages an innovative idea that is evidence-backed, and the organization is a role model for how to turn a creative idea into action. I look forward to continuing to serve as a volunteer with PlanetRead and to supporting their important work.
Want to improve your language skills? PlanetRead would be the name which I'll immediately suggest to anyone. This organization helps in developing an individual's reading skills with the concept of 'Same Language Subtitling'. These people are rendering a wonderful service which is essential & much needed for a society to improve its literacy rate. My best wishes & support will always be there for this team. Keep growing PlanetRead! And lit your global light for literacy.
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Am really surprised & happy that this concept of 'Same Language Subtitling' creates wonders in increasing the literacy rate across the globe. PlanetRead helps in enhancing the language & reading skills of an individual through this effective & innovative technique. Am happy to support this organization for their wonderful service. You people deserve appreciation. Way to GO !
Planetread is doing wonderful work that really helps thousands of thousand children to access literacy and education in India and the world. The team is very professional and hard working. Wish them all the very best! Keep the momentum going on!
I worked for Planet Read during 6 month. All the team is involved and so welcoming. It was a pleasure to participate to this project.
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I have been working as a volunteer in 2012. It was a positive and lovely experience. All the team loves Planet Read concept and works hardly to develop tools and videos.
Reading is an essential life skill. Thanks to Planet Read, learning how to read become easier, simple and funny. Reading is like a game. So, let' play ;-)
