The pair pause to dissect a word. They contain lesson plans prepared by teachers to connect the tutoring sessions with the classroom curriculum. The review allows her to work on vocabulary words she struggled with previously. Some of the stories require students to understand how to use money. Gabi opens a bag of coins and spreads them across the table.
Tutors also show students how to count money and make combinations.
Mrs. Broughton asks. A quick study, Gabi puts together two combinations - two dimes and five pennies, and then five nickels. Mrs. Williamson says the new program's success results from the students' determination to excel. The assistant principal believes the program already has proven its worth. For example, two students who started Book Buddies in September have improved enough to read at their grade level.