For children in first and second grade, they certainly do. To boost literacy for students in this age group, the University of Florida’s Lastinger Center for Learning has teamed up with Kibeam Learning™ to distribute 50,000 more Kibeam Wands™ to young readers. This milestone is a continuation of an effort that began in December with 9,500 wands. These small, handheld devices feature colorful lights, motion sensors, and friendly speaking voices that guide children through reading and activities.