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Completed: My Students Need "Sin and Syntax" to Improve Their Writing!

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"My kids are so excited for their all-new AP Literature class,as well as their British Literature class, and they need your help to make it happen! My students are all entering the 12th grade, many of whom have never had an Advanced Placement course. They are very excited for their senior year of hig... " MORE
"My kids are so excited for their all-new AP Literature class,as well as their British Literature class, and they need your help to make it happen! My students are all entering the 12th grade, many of whom have never had an Advanced Placement course. They are very excited for their senior year of high school, and all plan on attending college next year.

Although my students are greatly intrigued by their placement in these courses, the school does not have the budget to purchase the texts needed to teach the high-level reading and writing skills that these students desperately need to possess upon entering college.

All of my students plan on attending accredited four-year universities; however, virtually all are not on grade-level in regards to their writing. These books are needed for teaching students how to write effectively and in formal language. Also, they will work well for aiding students in taking their literary analysis papers, memoirs, and reflective writing to the next level. They need to feel empowered to write, especially as they prepare for collegiate writing.

Please help my students receive the materials they need to complete the high-level work for these various courses. Not only will this class set of books help to prepare them for the AP exam and in-class writing prompts that many will complete this year, but they will also prepare them for college-level writing and reading, as well as teaching them to participate in high-level discussions. My students need these books to clearly guide them through the writing process and make abstract concepts much easier to grasp. With your help, I am sure that these books can do just the trick!

My students need 25 copies of "Sin and Syntax: How to Craft Wickedly Effective Prose" by Constance Hale. The cost of this proposal is $433, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

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Mr. H. sent this note after the project was fully funded:

Nov 3, 2009
Dear St. Louis Funders, Amy, Teresa and Guy, 
Thank you so much for this amazing resource! Currently, I am leading writer's workshops in my AP Literature class and my American Literature classes, and these will be quite handy. My students all struggle with writing, but with these helpful guides, I am confident their writing will continue to improve.
The students feel so blessed that you have chosen them to help. They truly are a wonderful group of children that are deserving of your wonderful gift. We will put these books to great use!

With gratitude,
Mr. H.

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Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Shelia S. (volunteer) on Aug 16, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested books and posted this project.
John C. (associate) on Aug 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because I'm an editor, and I'm happy to see students learning style and syntax. "
Teresa from Alexandria, VA gave in honor of Teresa from Alexandria, VA in support of Teresa Preston's Giving Page on Oct 25, 2009
"I donated because I think it is critical to support students who are challenging themselves by taking Advanced Placement classes. "
Amy from Oak Park, IL gave in support of Sharon Spikes's Giving Page on Oct 27, 2009
Guy from Santa Monica, CA gave on Nov 1, 2009
"A group of generous donors in St. Louis have partnered to help fund projects posted by St. Louis teachers!"
St. Louis Funders from Missouri gave on Nov 1, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news on Nov 1, 2009
"I supported this project because it's important to build a strong foundation in critical thinking before college."
Guy from Santa Monica, CA on Nov 1, 2009
The teacher Mr. H. on Nov 3, 2009
Purchased the books for Mr. H.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member) on Nov 3, 2009
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