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Bringing the Power of Words to the World #ProjectLiteracy

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Put your skills to the test by unscrambling these brain-busting, real-world examples of signage, instructions, ballots, and more. 

 

We think words mean power, and so should you. Through Project Literacy, GOOD and Pearson are building partnerships for a more literate future. Follow the #ProjectLiteracy hashtag and visit good.is or projectliteracy.com to tell us your stories, help us ask the right questions, and take action in your community.

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