| There are many ways we can help developing | | | | materials, students are not only taught to read, |
| communities overseas, and a growing method is | | | | write, and do simple math, but they also learn about |
| Bible-based literacy programs. Volunteers and | | | | the sacrifice of Jesus Christ at the same time. Bible |
| organizations work together to educate students to | | | | based literacy programs enhance the student's |
| read using the Bible as its main resources. In just one | | | | self-worth which is gained through learning of Christ's |
| year of the program, many over 80% of students | | | | love and redemption. Bible based literacy classes have |
| achieve a fifth grade reading level from being unable | | | | thirty students on average, and incurred operating |
| read or write prior to starting. | | | | costs go toward scripture books, slates and chalk, |
| What are Bible Based Literacy Programs? | | | | lanterns (for night classes in rural areas), and |
| Bible-based literacy programs are developed by | | | | supplemental learning material (personal development |
| organizations and use the Bible as a resource for | | | | manuals, and more). |
| teaching people to read. Through Christ-centered | | | | |