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"I am a first grade teacher in NY. I teach in a special program geared to help children that are on the Autism Spectrum; specifically Asperger's Syndrome. Our class consists of two teachers, one special educator and one general educator. We have a maximum of twelve children in our class, four of whic... MORE
"I am a first grade teacher in NY. I teach in a special program geared to help children that are on the Autism Spectrum; specifically Asperger's Syndrome. Our class consists of two teachers, one special educator and one general educator. We have a maximum of twelve children in our class, four of which have Asperger's and eight neurotypical children. We take a flexible approach to inclusion and integrated provision of therapeutic services to help children with Asperger's learn how to interact with typically developing peers while meeting high academic standards.

My classroom was a Kindergarten classroom that was changed to a first grade classroom. However, we have a majority of Kindergarten books. My students are growing readers and these books that we have are far to easy for them.

This project will really benefit my students because they will be provided with books that challenge them. It is imperative that students can effectively choose appropriate texts so that they will be less likely to abandon books they choose and more likely to spend more time in engaged reading.

Your help will ensure that my students read independently and build fluency. My students will be able to build comprehension and overall reading achievement. HIDE

My students need a textbook library with titles including "Green Wilma Frog in Space" Tedd Arnold, "Morris Goes to School", "The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches" and others. The cost of this proposal is $525, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

Ms. D.'s Classroom: High Poverty School ?
Region:
New York (City)
Where is the classroom located? ?

Submitted:
Aug 15, 2009 |
Expires:
Dec 20, 2009
Materials Vendor Price # Total
GG963X - Help-Yourself Book Boxes - Set of 6 Lakeshore Learning $39.95 1 $39.95
AA190 - Daily Reading Book Log - Each Lakeshore Learning $2.95 24 $70.80
AA711 - Lakeshore Jumbo Glitter Painters Lakeshore Learning $19.95 2 $39.90
First Grade Scholar School Zone Publishing Company, Julie Giglio, Charles Jordan (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.41 1 $3.41
Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge and the Funny Lunch Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson, Carolyn Bracken (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge in the Sparkle Days (Henry and Mudge Series #5) Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House (Henry and Mudge Series #21) Cynthia Rylant, Carolyn Bracken (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night (Henry and Mudge Series #17) Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea (Henry and Mudge Series #6) Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover (Henry and Mudge Series) Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge in the Green Time (Henry and Mudge Series #3) Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Henry and Mudge: The First Book Cynthia Rylant, Sucie Stevenson, Sucie Stevenson (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Teach Us, Amelia Bedelia (I Can Read Books Series: A Level 2 Book) Peggy Parish, Lynn Sweat (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Come Back, Amelia Bedelia: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 2) Peggy Parish, Wallace Tripp (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Come Back, Amelia Bedelia (An I Can Read! Picture Book) Peggy Parish, Wallace Tripp Barnes and Noble $5.38 1 $5.38
Curious George Goes to the Beach (Curious George Series) H. A. Rey, H. A. Rey (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.55 1 $3.55
Sylvester and the Magic Pebble William Steig, William Steig (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $7.19 1 $7.19
Strega Nona Tomie dePaola, Tomie dePaola (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $7.19 1 $7.19
Stellaluna Janell Cannon, Jewell Cannon Barnes and Noble $13.60 1 $13.60
The Kissing Hand Audrey Penn, Ruth E. Harper (Illustrator), Nancy M. Leak (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $13.56 1 $13.56
Chrysanthemum Kevin Henkes, Kevin Henkes (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $6.29 1 $6.29
Junie B., First Grader: Toothless Wonder (Junie B. Jones Series #20) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $4.49 1 $4.49
Junie B., First Grader: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May) (Junie B. Jones Series #25) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $9.56 1 $9.56
Junie B., First Grader (at Last!) (Junie B. Jones Series #18) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $4.49 1 $4.49
Junie B. Jones Is (Almost) a Flower Girl (Junie B. Jones Series #13) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $4.49 1 $4.49
Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Junie B. Jones Series) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $15.96 1 $15.96
Mystery of the Stolen Bike (Arthur Chapter Books Series #8) Marc Brown, Marc Tolon Brown, Langdon Davis Barnes and Noble $3.82 1 $3.82
Arthur Writes a Story (Arthur Adventures Series) Marc Brown, Robin Goldstein Barnes and Noble $6.29 1 $6.29
Arthur Makes the Team (Arthur Chapter Books Series #3) Marc Brown, Stratton, Marc Tolon Brown Barnes and Noble $3.82 1 $3.82
Arthur's Mystery Envelope (Arthur Chapter Books Series) Marc Brown, Cunningham, Marc Tolon Brown Barnes and Noble $3.82 1 $3.82
Dragon Dance: A Chinese New Year Joan Holub, Benrei Huang (Illustrator), Holub Regan (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $6.29 1 $6.29
Perfect Father's Day Eve Bunting, Susan Meddaugh (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $5.35 1 $5.35
The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches (An I Can Read Picture Book) Alice Low, Jane Manning (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $5.38 1 $5.38
Junie B., First Grader: Boo...and I MEAN It! (Junie B. Jones Series #24) Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $4.49 1 $4.49
Bargain for Frances (I Can Read Series) Lillian Hoban Barnes and Noble $5.38 1 $5.38
Here Comes Silent E! Hays Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Animal Rescue Club (I Can Read Chapter Book Series) John Himmelman, John Himmelman (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $5.39 1 $5.39
Case of the Scaredy Cats: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 2) Crosby Bonsall, Crosby Bonsall (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Arthur's Funny Money: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 2) Lillian Hoban, Lillian Hoban (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Frog and Toad All Year: (I Can Read Series: Level 2) Arnold Lobel, Arnold Lobel (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Amelia Bedelia (I Can Read Books Series: A Level 2 Book) Peggy Parish, Fritz Siebel (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
No More Monsters for Me!: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 1) Peggy Parish, Marc Simont (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Morris Goes to School: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 1) B. Wiseman, B. Wiseman (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $3.59 1 $3.59
Green Wilma Frog in Space Tedd Arnold, Tedd Arnold (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $13.59 1 $13.59
  
Vendor Shipping Charges ? $37.86
State Sales Tax ? $0.00
3rd Party Payment Processing Fee ? $5.67
Postage / Processing for Donor Thank-You Package ? $9.00
Project Subtotal $430.58
Optional Donation Towards Operating Costs ? $94.52
TOTAL PROJECT COST ? $525.10
5 Donors -$130.00
To Go $395.10

Additional Details

Level:
Grades PreK-2
School type:
Magnet
Teacher's funded projects:
1
Thank-you punctuality:
N/A ?
Subject:
Literacy (in Literacy & Language)
Resource:
Books (Essential)
Students reached:
12
Used by future students?
Yes
Project ID:
293370
Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Ania B. (volunteer) on Jul 18, 2009
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Holly A. (volunteer) on Aug 16, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested books and posted this project.
Scott C. (associate) on Aug 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because we love you guys!!!"
Raymond from middle village, NY gave in honor of Raymond on Oct 5, 2009
"I gave to this project because I also work with speicial needs children and know how important books are to the kids"
angela palladino from New York gave on Oct 5, 2009
"Thank you for your very generous donation!!"
The teacher Ms. D. on Oct 5, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Literacy education."
Samantha Ericksen from New York gave on Nov 2, 2009
"I gave to this project because Ms. Durante is a great teacher and will help these children develop a love for reading!"
A donor gave on Nov 3, 2009
"Thank you so much for your donations! I really appreciate it and I know my students will too!"
The teacher Ms. D. on Nov 3, 2009
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