During Candlelight Books' inception last year, we were able to send 5 boxes of books (about 200 books each) through our Manila partner foundation, Synergeia.
This year, I am calling out to everyone who may want to donate their children's used books
(elementary level) to Philippine schools in remote provinces.
Before this first delivery, the children only have mimeographed papers and textbooks to read. The few colored storybooks are put away somewhere for protection from rodents and theft.
The children squealed with delight when they saw the books from the States! They even had to wash their hands before handling them.
It is the vision of Candlelight Books to establish reading corners, filled with colored storybooks, with vivid pictures on white paper--in every elementary school we can reach.
Please help us by getting a book drive together. Email me at mrcuenca@yahoo.com for more details.
Many thanks!
Minotte
