“We want to make a difference,” added Kepner. “We want to do something for all kids, no matter what their sickness is.” “I don’t want kids to have a lot of time in the hospital with nothing to do,” said Weber. Kepner and Weber explained their motivation. Education Ph.D. He received his PhD and MA in anthropology from Stanford University, and holds a BA in Spanish and anthropology from DePauw University. “Reece and I work well together.” Classmates Kinsey Bauer and Luke Bosler are also helping. Holley-Kline was previously Dean’s Postdoctoral Scholar in Florida State University Department of History. “I’ve been thinking about collecting books for a long time and I’ve been looking for a partner,” said Weber. It was Weber who came up with the idea for the book drive and Kepner decided on adding the puzzle pages. Drew Weber and Reece Kepner believe that the books can provide a fun activity, and Weber and Kepner will insert a sheet of word puzzles into the books so the kids will have more to do once the book is finished. Two fourth grade students at Fall Creek Elementary in Fishers have started collecting books to donate to kids who have to stay in the hospital or who just need to be cheered up. Drew Weber (left) and Reece Kepner (right) at Fall Creek Elementary.
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