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flag High school student Devan Chopra leads a nationwide effort, donating over $1M in books to 91,000 kids in underserved areas to fight childhood literacy gaps.

flag Volunteers nationwide, led by high school student Devan Chopra of West Virginia, are combating childhood literacy gaps by reading aloud and donating new picture books to preschoolers, especially in underserved "book desert" communities. flag Founded five years ago after Chopra learned about limited book access in Appalachia, the youth-led LiTEArary Society has distributed over $1 million worth of children’s books to more than 91,000 children across all 50 states and in international locations. flag The organization, which began with a single book donation, now includes thousands of student volunteers who bring excitement to classrooms and help build early literacy, language skills, and school readiness. flag Teachers report increased engagement, and experts affirm that shared reading supports brain development and caregiver bonds. flag The group encourages youth as young as 12 to lead change, proving that young people can make a lasting impact.

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