Well, we need to make sure they're prepared for the standardized tests they'll get in first grade. If we can start them on reading early then we can score high

Well, we need to make sure they're prepared for the standardized tests they'll get in first grade. If we can start them on reading early then we can score higher for our district and get some more money for our schools. If we let them spend their time finger-painting then we might get tagged as a deficient district!