DonorsChoose.org Classroom Projects: Rhode Island

Getting to the point!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $145 ($35 already given of $180 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literature & Writing
Resource: Technology

Each morning the children should start their day with 2 sharpened pencils. This sounds easy enough, but it is an obstacle. In September, I supplied each child with a plastic hand held sharpener. These just do not cut it. They do not effectively sharpen the pencils but... Read More

My students need 3 heavy-duty electric pencil sharpeners.

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Stop Pulling My Hair

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $153 ($7 already given of $161 total cost) -- Give Now
Warren, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Special Needs
Resource: Supplies

I am a 6th grade special education teacher who works with Autistic and learning disabled students. I need sensory objects, pencil grips, stress balls, and pencils to provide a healthy sensonry diet. Read More

My special education students need sensory tools such as pencil grips, sensory objects, and stress balls to help them focus on learning.

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A Chance to Truly MAGNIFY Our Learning!!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $160 (($0) already given of $160 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Environment Science
Resource: Supplies

By supplying our classroom with a full class set of magnifying glasses, students will act as true scientists and learn first-hand the details of animals. Additionally, pockets charts will help easily post the science vocabulary for students to utilize as they discuss and... Read More

My students need a class set of 36 magnifying glasses and a pocket chart to explore various animals in science such as goldfish, earthworms, and isopods!

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Your Portfolio In Color!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $183 ($243 already given of $426 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Visual Arts
Resource: Supplies

I hate the idea of having these new eager ninth graders have to print out photos of, for example, their gorgeous watercolors in black and white when they assemble the portfolio entries! I've been researching color printers with energy star ratings that use recycled... Read More

My students need a color printer and replacement ink.

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Strings & Things for my Music Class!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $192 ($0 already given of $192 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Music
Resource: Supplies

A lot of my students have shown a great interest in the classical guitar, which is my principal instrument. These materials would benefit all of my classes this school year and many years to come! I teach a Beginning Guitar class and a Guitar Ensemble each once a week... Read More

My students need acoustic guitar strings, a foot stool, music stands, a Beatles chord book, and two music DVDs.

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Hands-on Storytelling!!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $200 ($0 already given of $200 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Supplies

My students would just absolutely love this storytelling board. Retelling stories is such an important skill in reading and comprehension. This divider would make it FUN and HANDS-ON!!! Read More

My students need this storytelling room divider!!

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Help Our Kids

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $200 ($25 already given of $225 total cost) -- Give Now
Warwick, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Books

By donating these books and magazines to my classroom, students will beg for more reading time. You can help to make the change in these student's life-long learning strategies. Read More

My students need updated reading materials to promote the joy of reading.

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Please, Don't Eat My Art!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $214 ($0 already given of $214 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Visual Arts
Resource: Other

Acquiring a drying rack would enable me to store my scholars art safely and respectfully during the drying process. Read More

My students need a drying rack to safely store and dry any art created with wet media.

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Graphics Rock!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $254 ($0 already given of $254 total cost) -- Give Now
Tiverton, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Social Sciences
Resource: Books

The Boston Massacre is being taught to 6th graders as part of a social studies unit on the American Revolution. Each student will benefit from having access to this graphic history. Read More

My students need 25 copies of the Graphic History book "Boston Massacre" by Michael Burgan.

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New Media Literacy

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $257 ($25 already given of $282 total cost) -- Give Now
Cranston, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Visual Arts
Resource: Technology

Your donation will help my students learn the 21st Century skills they need to become lifelong producers and consumers in our digital world. Read More

My students need a portable HD Flip video camcorder.

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Tell Me a Story...Please?

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $282 ($0 already given of $282 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Other

A listening center would help my students listen to the stories they love. A small group of children could listen to their favorite stories over and over again. Read More

My students need a 4-position cassette listening center.

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Lights! Cameras! Action!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $296 ($0 already given of $296 total cost) -- Give Now
Tiverton, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Social Sciences
Resource: Technology

With seven new DVD and video combo units, our students will have access to DVDs and videos that are directly related to our curriculum. Students who are visual learners will benefit greatly from these materials. Read More

My students need 7 DVD and video combo players to access up-to-date educational videos and DVDs.

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Literacy Needs....Artistic Solution!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $358 ($50 already given of $408 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Supplies

With your support, the Harvard Scholars will have a plethora of new art and organizational supplies to use as they start the new year of 2010. These supplies will continue to encourage them to demonstrate our Core Value of Enthusiasm every day that they come to school. Read More

My scholars need a class set of large Crayola crayons and markers to use during literacy centers. My scholars need a movable organizational cart and colored file folders to organize their literacy center work!

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Copy Paper=An Essential Need!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $371 ($0 already given of $371 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: ESL
Resource: Supplies

This copy paper will allow me to continue to give them a high quality education that they so much deserve. Read More

My students need 50 packs of copy paper to receive assignments.

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Projecting the Future

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $413 ($413 already given of $827 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

Having one projector for their sole use would allow my students to focus on preparing their presentations to their fullest potential, and improve their chances of success in college by allowing them to gain valuable professional level presentation skills while still in... Read More

My students need an LCD projector to present their projects and their learning in an interactive approach.

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Classroom Guitars

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $419 ($0 already given of $419 total cost) -- Give Now
Warwick, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Music
Resource: Other

Right now we have only enough guitars for half of the students in each class. This makes it difficult to work with students to develop their skills as musicians as I am forced to be two teachers at once. I direct students completing seat work as well as conducting... Read More

My students need 3 acoustic guitars.

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Projecting your Vision

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $424 ($674 already given of $1,099 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Special Needs
Resource: Technology

We are a very hands-on type of school. The students go out for an internship twice a week. At the end of the semester the students are to complete a presentation of what they have learned throughout the semester. Many of the students have pictures, stories, videos and... Read More

My students need 1 LCD Projector

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Celebrating Social Studies!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $427 ($50 already given of $477 total cost) -- Give Now
30 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: History & Geography
Resource: Supplies

All these materials would make learning IMPORTANT, MEANINGFUL, EXCITING, and COMPREHENSIBLE. These are all essential elements to truly, truly learning. Read More

My students need a Continents of the World Activity Chest, a Me in My World Photo Book Series, a set of U.S. History Graphic Readers, a People Long Ago Resource Box and a Life Cycles Theme Box.

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A Rainbow of Paper!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $430 (($0) already given of $430 total cost) -- Give Now
11 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Supplies

My proposal is about a teacher "secret"...Astrobrights paper! This is the neon copy paper you often see. For a teacher this is not just paper...it is SO much more! This bright paper can be used for so many things! Read More

My students need colored paper for various projects.

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One HP Computer, Unlimited Learning Opportunities!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $447 ($447 already given of $893 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

Imagine the joy on the face of a 5-year old using a computer for the first time. A reliable computer in the classroom would truly make a difference. Read More

My students need a computer for our classroom.

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Lock Up Our Progress Once And For All!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $514 ($0 already given of $514 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Gym & Fitness
Resource: Other

My students need 1 Balls-N-More Storage Center locker to ensure the safety of their equipment in physical education class. Read More

My students need 1 Balls-N-More Storage Center locker to ensure the safety of their equipment in physical education class.

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Support the Rebirth of Historic School Library Media Center

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $519 ($25 already given of $544 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Books

My students need current fiction and graphic novels to support their classroom reading requirements and their pleasure reading. I know that the books I have selected will be heavily used by our students for many years. Read More

My students need current fiction and graphic novels to support their classroom reading requirements and their pleasure reading.

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Without Percussion, We Lack Rhythm!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $521 ($80 already given of $601 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Music
Resource: Other

Scholars need the ability to be exposed to real instruments, so they can fully express themselves, and experience the feel of something real! It is up to you to help us fill this gap and help our scholars' physical, intellectual and social development with the gift of... Read More

My students need 6 sets of xylophone mallets and a 2 piece conga set with bongos.

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Positive Behavior Incentives

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $538 ($0 already given of $538 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Character Education
Resource: Technology

My students need incentives for positive behavior like an Ipod, football or digital camera so that other students will strive to follow the school wide rules in an exemplary fashion as well. Read More

My students need incentives including 2 iPods, 2 footballs, and a digital camera so that other students will strive to follow the school wide rules.

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Playfair Squad

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $541 ($105 already given of $646 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Gym & Fitness
Resource: Supplies

Parachutes allow large groups of kids to work as a team together, get exercise benefits, such as upper body strength, flexibility, aerobic conditioning and endurance. It is attractive to K-5 students and can be taught easily by older students to younger kids. Read More

My students need 2 parachutes to work on social skills, teamwork and cooperation.

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Architects' Supplies for Word Construction Project

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $553 ($80 already given of $633 total cost) -- Give Now
27 days left!
Johnston, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Other

My goal is to conquer a major obstacle that we face in our classroom, the language barrier, and at the same time to help all students become proficient in reading, writing, and spelling. My students (the architects) would use magnetic letters, magnetic white boards,... Read More

My students need 30 magnetic write and wipe boards, 2 sets of Making Words magnetic letters, 30 black white-board markers, 30 colored white-board markers and 30 white-board erasers.

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Help Young Scholars Grow with Audio Read-Along Books

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $648 ($0 already given of $648 total cost) -- Give Now
Cumberland, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

Your generous help in purchasing these audio books will help my scholars grow as independent learners, and will encourage their lasting enthusiasm for reading-an essential ingredient for their continued academic success. Read More

My students need an assortment of books on audio tape and CD to listen to at the listening center while they read along.

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Not Just Gym 2010

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $652 ($23 already given of $675 total cost) -- Give Now
37 days left!
Central Falls, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Gym & Fitness
Resource: Supplies

Not Just Gym! plays a critical role in helping students integrate physical activity into their day-to-day lives, in preparation for college and beyond. Read More

My students need 220 jump ropes, 250 writable CDs, and CD sleeves.

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Documentary, My Dear!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $804 ($0 already given of $804 total cost) -- Give Now
10 days left!
Central Falls, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

With a document camera, my students can present their work to the class and discuss their thinking, solicit immediate feedback, and learn from each other in the moment. As their teacher, I can use their work samples right away to help develop responses and ways of... Read More

My students need a document camera so they can share and discuss their work.

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LCD Projector for an Elmo

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $827 ($0 already given of $827 total cost) -- Give Now
Cranston, RI
Level: Grades 6-8
Subject: Literature & Writing
Resource: Technology

We have the Elmo all we need is the projector. It's unfortunate that the Elmo is not in use and is just collecting dust. My class would benefit from an LCD projector. An LCD projector would allow us to teach this unique group of learners, the new material in multiple ways. Read More

We have the Elmo but we can't use it without an LCD projector!

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Teens Meet through Socratic Seminars Across the Globe

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $868 ($1,318 already given of $2,187 total cost) -- Give Now
42 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Social Sciences
Resource: Technology

It would be amazing to have a wireless LCD projector that can be used on a regular basis. My students and I can plan conferences and seminars with students from around the world. Read More

My students need an LCD projector that has wireless capabilities.

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Surfin' the Information Wave

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $881 ($0 already given of $881 total cost) -- Give Now
Harrisville, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Books

My kids need two computers dedicated to searching for library materials with the catalog already up and running. Due to space constraints, and security concerns, laptops, or netbooks would ideally serve my students' needs. Reading will take on a whole new meaning where... Read More

My students need an Acer Aspire computer devoted to searching the library's catalog.

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Overhead Overboard!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $895 ($75 already given of $970 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

Once upon a time, there was an overhead projector that sat in a first grade classroom since 1962. Over forty years later, it broke. It was sad, but the children loved that projector. It had an enviable record of success, as the first graders could testify . . . Read More

My students need an overhead projector and a cart.

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The Magic of Learning!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $898 ($0 already given of $898 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Mathematics
Resource: Supplies

These materials are made for children so they really, really understand. I would be able to use them over and over in my teaching career. I cannot tell you how much being able to communicate our needs matters. thank you SO much for caring. You are truly making a difference. Read More

My students need writing, language, math, and reading materials.

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Seeing is Learning!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $904 ($12 already given of $917 total cost) -- Give Now
34 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Special Needs
Resource: Technology

My students will benefit from your generosity. "Seeing is learning" All children learn differently whether they are visual, auditory, or tactile learners. Your generosity will make learning that much easier for many children. Read More

My students need a LCD HDTV/DVD combo and a TV cart.

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Lost without ELMO!!!!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $928 ($25 already given of $953 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: ESL
Resource: Technology

I have colleagues who have an ELMO and what they do with it is amazing! I could put real objects, picture dictionaries, realia, etc. I cannot imagine how teaching ESL could change through having this technology! Read More

My students need an Elmo machine to understand English lessons better.

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Help Us Get Into The 21st Century...With Technology!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $932 ($100 already given of $1,032 total cost) -- Give Now
29 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: ESL
Resource: Technology

I'm requesting an LCD projector for my classroom to help move us into the 21st century! I can access the world of the Internet for all of my students to see. We're studying Canada and maps and photos would be available at the click of a button. Read More

My students need an LCD projector.

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I Can See Clearly Now!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $953 ($0 already given of $953 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

Having an Elmo in our class would not only eliminate the lost time, but also give the children a perfect visual of the content. Keeping the attention of first graders can be challenging. Colorful visuals, however, can make a world of difference in a first grade classroom!... Read More

My students need an Elmo Visual Presenter.

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Outer Spaces

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $1,032 ($0 already given of $1,032 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Visual Arts
Resource: Technology

Our Art Room would benefit greatly with the addition of an LCD projector. We could visit places not seen by many students and center our lessons with the ultimate resources found on the web. We can view student artwork together on our website and feel the motivation and... Read More

My students need an LCD projector.

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Teaching With Technology

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $1,082 ($0 already given of $1,082 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades PreK-2
Subject: Applied Sciences
Resource: Technology

Our district recently bought new science and math textbooks with digital links to support the curriculum. We cannot view them because we do not have the technical equipment. I have created computer sight word drill games that the students love but unfortunately, can... Read More

My students need an LCD projector.

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Don't You Need Camera's to Teach Photography?

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $1,099 ($0 already given of $1,099 total cost) -- Give Now
West Warwick, RI
Level: Grades 9-12
Subject: Visual Arts
Resource: Technology

The only part of the puzzle thats missing is a handfull of point-and-shoot cameras provided through your generous donation! Read More

My students need 10 digital cameras for a new Digital Photography Art Class.

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Learning is Wonderful!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $1,136 ($50 already given of $1,186 total cost) -- Give Now
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Mathematics
Resource: Supplies

Most of my students need a very direct method of teaching with lots and lots of hands-on learning. When a child has materials to touch, the concept is learned. The hands-on materials that I am requesting will enhance our math and science topics perfectly! Read More

My students need 24 Student Microscopes, Starter Slide Packs, a Matter Book Library, Read About Math Learning Centers, 6 Lakeshore Liquid Measurement Kits, Hands-On Measurement Centers, a Measurement Hands-On Teaching Kit and a Storage Rack.

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A Clear View of What to Do!

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500

Needs $1,600 ($25 already given of $1,625 total cost) -- Give Now
13 days left!
Providence, RI
Level: Grades 3-5
Subject: Literacy
Resource: Technology

I would like the Elmo projector because it would allow me to put a book, a paper, student work or anything on it and it would then project it to the size of a pull down screen. This would make the book or student work able to be seen by all students in very large print. Read More

I need an Elmo projector and a LCD projector to use in my classroom.

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