My Nonprofit Reviews
Kathy
Review for Making Books Sing Inc, New York, NY, USA
I consider myself lucky to have been chosen to participate in this outstanding program for the past six years. Making Books Sing is a wonderful program that provides students with the opportunity to work with a teaching artist to create an adaptation of a class chosen book. All students participate in every step of the process. My students showed a remarkable increase in their self esteem, confidence as well as learning how to work cooperatively in both small groups and as a whole class. All students had the opportunity to express their creativity and their academic needs were addressed as well. My ESL and Special Education students loved the opportunity to express themselves in drama as well as literacy. My quiet students developed their voices and were engaged in all of the activities. My students loved having their pictures taken. The teaching artists enjoyed my involvement and we worked splendidly together. I hope and pray that I am one of the lucky ones chosen to participate in this program in this upcoming school year.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
My students grew academically and socially as they began to appreciate their experiences with the arts. The teaching artists share their plans with the classroom teachers which encourage collaboration and excitement.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would try to get more funding so that more schools would offer this program for their students. Making Books Sing helps students reach their potential both personally and academically.
What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The program is so successful because it addresses the varied learning styles of the students as it shows the students how they can use the arts to help them achieve in literacy and personal growth. The final share was an outstanding celebration for all.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Debra Sue, Brooke and Javier were a pleasure to work with . Their professionalism and enthusiasm made this program a success for all.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
This program would be the most successful arts programs in New York City Public Schools! Every school would have the opportunity for their students to grow in this engaging experience. What a wonderful experience it would be for all!
Ways to make it better...
I would have loved it if this program had twelve sessions instead of eight, I enjoyed each step of the process.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Offering this program to teachers who appreciate the arts and enjoy trying different styles of teaching with a teaching artist.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I have enjoyed this program so much. I found my own hidden talents in acting and teaching my students how to find their own hidden talents. It was exciting watching my students grow before my eyes each week of this program.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
