2nd Saturday: Books!

2nd Saturday Books for India from Gene Ort on Vimeo.

In addition to the Crocs packed at Feed the Children during this past 2nd Saturday, GCC teams also had the opportunity to prepare and sort loads of children's books that we will also be hand-carrying to India. These books are provided through partnership with Better World Books (a company that sells used books online, is based here in Michiana, and is an exceptionally socially transparent organization), and will help significantly with our Conversational English teams in India.

"But why English language books, Jack? I mean...don't these kids speak Tamil?", you might ask. Well, yes, they speak Tamil, but in India, in order to have a shot at a better life, engage in commerce or trade, or attend good schools, you need to be able to speak English. Why? Well, in the case of the latter, all the classes at top universities are offered in English. You see, although the national language in India is Hindi, the language for all practical, technical and commercial transactions is English. Want to succeed in the emerging Indian global powerhouse? Gotta speak English. These books will help.