sample of feedback - Faith groups
Jackie F, Bishop Gallagher School: "...[The] message of making a difference in the world outside your window was extremely well received and links into so many of our stewardship and volunteerism lessons and activities within our school...."
Mrs. Vitulli, Principal, Saint James School: "The First Thirty is an inspirational story...[it] has been a valuable tool in [the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders'] religion classes to teach our young adolescents the importance of service and how helping others brings a sense of pride and achievement In oneself. Becoming an active citizen and a person of faith is what we strive for in each graduate...Service to others is a tenant of our faith. This is something we try to instill in all our children, that to give is greater than to receive. Reading Mr. Siegman's book and hearing him speak to the children has given our students much food for thought...[The story is] a reminder that it only takes one small action to begin to change the world!"
Richard Freedman, Director, South African Holocaust & Genocide Foundation: "The First Thirty has given me much food for thought and I am quite sure will resonate with me in the years to come. Today is Youth Day in South Africa which recognises the contribution that young people have made in the struggle against apartheid and the rebuilding of our country after apartheid. It is also meant to inspire young people to take on their own potential and to find their way in the world. This book shows how that is possible and that it mostly the curved line which offers the greatest opportunity for growth and for something special to be achieved...."
Andrew K, student, Boston College: "As a student at a Jesuit University, I can say [the main character in the book] is a perfect example of being a man for others. The book.... has motivated me to further my volunteering in Nicaragua. Fantastic read for any aspiring young adult!""
Lori D, I Have a Dream Foundation: "The story is wonderfully crafted...so relevant for our [students] who we want to develop persistence…continue to move forward…beyond what appear to be obstacles in their lives...It brings to mind several scriptures that are a source of life and strength for me.”
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Mrs. Vitulli, Principal, Saint James School: "The First Thirty is an inspirational story...[it] has been a valuable tool in [the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders'] religion classes to teach our young adolescents the importance of service and how helping others brings a sense of pride and achievement In oneself. Becoming an active citizen and a person of faith is what we strive for in each graduate...Service to others is a tenant of our faith. This is something we try to instill in all our children, that to give is greater than to receive. Reading Mr. Siegman's book and hearing him speak to the children has given our students much food for thought...[The story is] a reminder that it only takes one small action to begin to change the world!"
Richard Freedman, Director, South African Holocaust & Genocide Foundation: "The First Thirty has given me much food for thought and I am quite sure will resonate with me in the years to come. Today is Youth Day in South Africa which recognises the contribution that young people have made in the struggle against apartheid and the rebuilding of our country after apartheid. It is also meant to inspire young people to take on their own potential and to find their way in the world. This book shows how that is possible and that it mostly the curved line which offers the greatest opportunity for growth and for something special to be achieved...."
Andrew K, student, Boston College: "As a student at a Jesuit University, I can say [the main character in the book] is a perfect example of being a man for others. The book.... has motivated me to further my volunteering in Nicaragua. Fantastic read for any aspiring young adult!""
Lori D, I Have a Dream Foundation: "The story is wonderfully crafted...so relevant for our [students] who we want to develop persistence…continue to move forward…beyond what appear to be obstacles in their lives...It brings to mind several scriptures that are a source of life and strength for me.”
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To inquire about an event with Greg, please click Here
To order copies of the books, please click Here
To return to the website home page, please click Here
All those cited above are generally cited by their affiliation with organizations &/or companies to which they belonged at the time they provided the review. (For instance, if someone is listed as being employed by a particular organization, that means they were employed by that organization at the time they provided the event feedback. They may or may not still be employed there now).