The Reading Program

February 2, 2010

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February 3rd 2011
Children now need to learn English to have a good chance to succeed. That is why the Xhosa Reading program was founded. It brings together fluent English speakers with children who are just beginning to read. Since I have been here, I have been part of this program. I could not imagine a better way to spend my Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. Today was special. Nick was leading Simon Says ... read more

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After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjug... ... read more