{"testimonials":[{"id":5869,"description":"The lesson plans I have found have helped me with my Extended School Year class for children with special needs. ","fullname":"Sabrina Bell","location":"Dallas, TX","name_with_initial":"Sabrina B.","feedback":{"id":48745,"user_id":1105423,"created_at":"2011-06-28T10:16:34.000-07:00","how_lp_helps":"The lesson plans have helped me with my Extended School Year class for children with special needs. 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","fullname":"Gabrielle Boley","location":"Zachary, LA","name_with_initial":"Gabrielle B.","feedback":{"id":47518,"user_id":1051894,"created_at":"2011-01-17T18:19:26.000-08:00","how_lp_helps":"As a new teacher Lesson Planet has provided me with interactive and engaging lesson plan ideas. The wealth of resources has enhanced my teacher instruction pushing my students to achieve their learning goals. I do NOT regret making the decision to join Lesson Planet! ","improvement_ideas":"No improvement ideas at this time","is_quotable":true,"member_story":null,"video_url":null,"popup":true,"is_deleted":false}},{"id":5499,"description":"Lesson Planet is great for finding extension activities for students. ","fullname":"Tyler Allen","location":null,"name_with_initial":"Tyler A.","feedback":{"id":47520,"user_id":930101,"created_at":"2011-01-17T18:31:36.000-08:00","how_lp_helps":"It is great for finding extension activities for students. 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