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They ask thoughtful questions and enjoy imagining what life was like during different time periods.\r\n\r\nProviding each student with a copy of What Was the Gold Rush? will allow them to fully immerse themselves in this important part of California history. Instead of sharing limited materials, each student will be able to follow along, annotate, and participate in meaningful discussions. This book will support reading comprehension while deepening their understanding of the causes and effects of the Gold Rush. 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A reusable bottle will also support our classroom’s commitment to environmental responsibility by reducing single-use plastic waste and encouraging students to develop sustainable habits.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students and helping create a classroom library that inspires curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.","proposalURL":"project/needing-new-and-different-graphic-novels/10156682/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Los Angeles, CA","id":10156682,"title":"Needing New and Different Graphic Novels for 5th"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp626652_orig.jpg?crop=652,653,x0,y0&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588286614079","schoolName":"South Gate Middle School","costToComplete":177.26,"teacherId":626652,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Mrs. Chamorro","numDonors":4,"numStudents":125,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students their own copy of the timeless classic, \"The Lord of the Flies\" to foster a love of reading!","totalPrice":416.67,"povertyLevel":"Nearly all students from low‑income households","essay":"I love that my students read a lot. However, they often consume very brief nonfiction texts through their social media. This year, I embraced a motto,\"no tech, high texts\" in my classroom. Ipads and Chromebooks are tucked away and books and notebooks are out. In the fall semester, we read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton and the kids were hooked from beginning to end. Students were able to empathize, make connections, discuss and argue about the theme and topics of the book. I want to continue fostering that love of books by delving into the very exciting and palpable plot of The Lord of the Flies by William Golding. \r\nI can foresee students enthralled by the ethical themes in the book and thus it will be easy to capitalize on this to improve their reading skills by annotating the text to follow how the characters develop over time, evaluate multiple perspectives, discuss themes of morality, violence, and fairness. My students are highly opinionated and often stubborn in a good way. I hope to challenge their thinking with this book, build their stamina for reading longer texts, and sharpen their critical thinking skills. Please help me get each student an individual copy! 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They are students with low vision who require accessible, engaging materials to fully participate in reading activities. Many of them work harder than their peers to access text, and without the right resources, reading can feel frustrating instead of enjoyable.Despite these challenges, my students are eager to learn. They love stories, hands-on activities, and opportunities to build independence. With the right books and supports, they can thrive as readers.\r\n\r\nThis project will provide high-interest, accessible books to support literacy development for my low vision students during summer school.\r\n\r\nThe books I’ve selected include early readers, engaging series like Pinkalicious, and skill-building materials such as math fluency workbooks and functional life skills books (like learning to tie shoes). 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I encourage all my students to read, and their passion has grown for reading. Many of our students don't have the privilege to go to a local bookstore to buy and read their favorite books or even explore different authors. I want to create a safe reading environment for all my scholar readers. I have seen so much growth in how they read and comprehend what they are reading. I want them to have access to a variety of books and chess, and they are carious in learning how to play. ","proposalURL":"project/scholar-readers-library/10161022/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"North Hollywood, CA","id":10161022,"title":"Scholar Readers Library"},{"profilePhotoURL":null,"schoolName":"MacArthur Park Vpa","costToComplete":174.42,"teacherId":787470,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Ms. Brossy de Dios","numDonors":8,"numStudents":20,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students a set of Kindness and Compassion books, Cultures of the World Theme Book Library, and other great books to help my students learn about themselves and their world.","totalPrice":701.84,"povertyLevel":"Nearly all students from low‑income households","essay":"I love the fact that my 4 and 5 year old students walk into my classroom after snack time and head straight to our classroom library. They enjoy sitting on our two classroom couches or on the carpet to read their books. They ask me to read to them while their classmates are finishing their snacks. \r\n\r\nAccess to books is key to helping to shrink the achievement gap. Kids who read, or are read to by adults, are more successful in school than kids who don't read or don't have adults in their lives who read to them. I am requesting books to add to our classroom library that deal with understanding our feelings, including the separation anxiety that so many young children experience. The books, \"Love,\" \"The Invisible String,\" and \"The Kissing Hand\" are great books to help children understand that even though their parent or loved one is not with them (such as when children are at school,) the love and connection between them is always there. \r\n\r\nThe books in the Kindness and Compassion set, such as \"Have You Filled a Bucket Today?\" help children understand that we all have a role to play in building community and spreading kindness. The Cultures of the World books will help bring awareness of other people and will help sow the seeds of community and mutual respect. \r\n\r\nI will use most of these books in my classroom, in both our indoor and our outdoor libraries. But I will also send some of these books home for a week at a time for families to enjoy together in our reading backpacks. The Spanish Board Book collection will be especially useful in this area. ","proposalURL":"project/books-bind-us-to-each-other/10166054/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Los Angeles, CA","id":10166054,"title":"Books Bind Us to Each Other"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","schoolName":"Sanders - Clyde Elementary School","costToComplete":155.78,"teacherId":2760560,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Mrs. Siebert","numDonors":2,"numStudents":350,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students a fun new monthly puzzle center in our school library!","totalPrice":255.78,"povertyLevel":"Nearly all students from low‑income households","essay":"Puzzles are a powerful learning tool in an elementary school library because they combine play with meaningful skill-building. When students work on puzzles, they strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance. They learn to recognize patterns, use logic, and develop strategies—all essential skills that support reading, math, and overall academic success.\r\n\r\nIn the library, puzzles also promote collaboration and communication. Students naturally gather around a puzzle, sharing ideas, taking turns, and encouraging one another. This builds social skills and a sense of community, turning the library into a space where learning is both interactive and inclusive.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, who come from low-income families, access to puzzles and similar hands-on learning materials at home is limited. Providing a monthly puzzle center ensures that every child has the opportunity to engage with these enriching activities. It helps bridge the gap by offering experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and make learning joyful.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, puzzles give students a chance to succeed in a different way. A child who may struggle with traditional academics can shine while completing a puzzle, gaining a sense of accomplishment and pride. By incorporating puzzles into our library, we are not only supporting academic growth but also nurturing creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.","proposalURL":"project/piece-by-piece-building-minds-with-mont/10169240/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Charleston, SC","id":10169240,"title":"Piece by Piece: Building Minds with Monthly Puzzles"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690504130412","schoolName":"Rolando Park Elementary School","costToComplete":169.34,"teacherId":1468083,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Mrs. Dennis","numDonors":0,"numStudents":23,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students a variety of books to help them learn about the California Gold Rush.","totalPrice":169.34,"povertyLevel":"More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households","essay":"My students are beginning an exciting unit on the California Gold Rush, a pivotal time in our state’s history that shaped communities, culture, and opportunity. To truly understand this era, students need more than a textbook—they need access to engaging, high-interest books that bring history to life.\r\n\r\nThis project will provide a collection of nonfiction texts, historical fiction, and graphic novels focused on the Gold Rush. \r\n\r\nThese requested books will allow my students to explore the experiences of miners, families, and diverse groups who traveled to California in search of a better life. Through these stories and informational texts, students will build background knowledge, strengthen reading comprehension, and develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities during this time period.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, my students will participate in literature circles, research projects, and interactive discussions. The variety of text types will support all learners, especially striving readers, by offering multiple entry points into the content. By connecting literacy with social studies, students will not only learn history—they will experience it in a meaningful and memorable way.","proposalURL":"project/striking-gold-bringing-the-gold-rush-to/10173391/","hasReceivedDonations":false,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"San Diego, CA","id":10173391,"title":"Striking Gold: Bringing the Gold Rush to Life Through Books"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp321417_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592278313311","schoolName":"Del Olmo Elementary School","costToComplete":140.22,"teacherId":321417,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Ms. M. 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While students may take away any number of connections from the books, they all focus on a life lesson. From growth mindset and struggle, to loss of a grandparent, to making friends, to an understanding of self, and the differences in others. Each book will be available for my students to check out, and also for me to read aloud, and share with others. \r\n\r\nAnne Lamont said, \"Books help us understand who we are and how we are to behave. They show us what community and friendship mean; they show us how to live and die.\" It is essential for children to take the experiences and lessons found in stories to help navigate our world. Books help them understand their feelings and emotions, and help them to be knowledgeable and empathetic citizens of the world. 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The items I’ve chosen—books, fun erasers, and film documentation—are tools to help them enjoy reading even more, boost their confidence, and take pride in their achievements. More than anything, I want to create lasting memories that remind them of how much they are loved, capable, and capable of amazing things, fostering a lifelong love of learning and self-expression.","proposalURL":"project/capturing-learning-engaging-students-wi/10180345/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Hemet, CA","id":10180345,"title":"Capturing Learning: Engaging Students with Books and classroom fun"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp321417_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592278313311","schoolName":"Del Olmo Elementary School","costToComplete":156.28,"teacherId":321417,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Ms. M. 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This project will provide a diverse collection of high-interest texts that support independent reading at a variety of levels. With these books, students will build confidence, practice essential skills, and develop a genuine love of reading. Having choice and ownership over what they read empowers students and makes reading meaningful. These books will be used daily, helping students become more fluent, motivated, and successful readers both inside and outside the classroom.","proposalURL":"project/growing-readers-through-independent-read/10180615/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Granada Hills, CA","id":10180615,"title":"Growing Readers Through Independent Reading"}]
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They ask thoughtful questions and enjoy imagining what life was like during different time periods.\r\n\r\nProviding each student with a copy of What Was the Gold Rush? will allow them to fully immerse themselves in this important part of California history. Instead of sharing limited materials, each student will be able to follow along, annotate, and participate in meaningful discussions. This book will support reading comprehension while deepening their understanding of the causes and effects of the Gold Rush. By combining literacy with social studies, students will build stronger connections and develop a lasting understanding of this pivotal moment in history.","proposalURL":"project/bringing-the-gold-rush-to-life-through-b/10102451/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Granada Hills, CA","id":10102451,"title":"Bringing the Gold Rush to Life Through Books"},{"profilePhotoURL":null,"schoolName":"Roybal - Allard Elementary School","costToComplete":251.94,"teacherId":1615448,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Mrs. Navarro","numDonors":12,"numStudents":14,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students social emotional learning tools to learn how to express their feelings and learn how to cope with their personal emotions.","totalPrice":770.76,"povertyLevel":"Nearly all students from low‑income households","essay":"My students with disabilities work incredibly hard each day—not only academically, but socially and emotionally. Many of them face challenges with communication, emotional regulation, self-confidence, and peer relationships. \r\n\r\nThis project will provide specialized social-emotional learning (SEL) materials designed to help them develop essential life skills in a supportive, structured, and engaging way. I teach a group of exceptional students with diverse learning needs, including learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and social emotional/behavioral challenges. Many of my students struggle with identifying emotions, expressing their needs appropriately, managing frustration, and navigating social interactions.\r\n\r\nFor these students, social-emotional learning is not an “extra”—it is foundational. 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When given access to high-quality, engaging texts, they rise to the challenge and show incredible growth as critical thinkers and lifelong learners.\r\n\r\nThe books in this project will provide my students with current, high-interest, and culturally responsive texts that support both academic growth and a love of reading. These resources will be used during independent reading.\r\n\r\nSpecifically, these books will help my students:\r\n- Strengthen reading comprehension skills such as identifying main ideas, analyzing text features, and citing evidence\r\n- Develop academic vocabulary and language skills, especially for English Learners\r\n- See themselves and the world reflected in texts that highlight diverse people, places, and perspectives\r\n- Engage more confidently in discussions, writing tasks, and inquiry-based learning\r\n\r\nAccess to new books will ensure that all students—regardless of reading level—can explore topics that spark their curiosity while practicing essential literacy skills. These books will empower my students to become informed readers who ask questions, seek evidence, and make connections between what they read and their own lives.\r\n\r\nI am also adding a water bottle to this project as well. A reusable bottle will also support our classroom’s commitment to environmental responsibility by reducing single-use plastic waste and encouraging students to develop sustainable habits.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students and helping create a classroom library that inspires curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.","proposalURL":"project/needing-new-and-different-graphic-novels/10156682/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Los Angeles, CA","id":10156682,"title":"Needing New and Different Graphic Novels for 5th"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp626652_orig.jpg?crop=652,653,x0,y0&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588286614079","schoolName":"South Gate Middle School","costToComplete":177.26,"teacherId":626652,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Mrs. Chamorro","numDonors":4,"numStudents":125,"fulfillmentTrailer":"Help me give my students their own copy of the timeless classic, \"The Lord of the Flies\" to foster a love of reading!","totalPrice":416.67,"povertyLevel":"Nearly all students from low‑income households","essay":"I love that my students read a lot. However, they often consume very brief nonfiction texts through their social media. This year, I embraced a motto,\"no tech, high texts\" in my classroom. Ipads and Chromebooks are tucked away and books and notebooks are out. In the fall semester, we read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton and the kids were hooked from beginning to end. Students were able to empathize, make connections, discuss and argue about the theme and topics of the book. I want to continue fostering that love of books by delving into the very exciting and palpable plot of The Lord of the Flies by William Golding. \r\nI can foresee students enthralled by the ethical themes in the book and thus it will be easy to capitalize on this to improve their reading skills by annotating the text to follow how the characters develop over time, evaluate multiple perspectives, discuss themes of morality, violence, and fairness. My students are highly opinionated and often stubborn in a good way. I hope to challenge their thinking with this book, build their stamina for reading longer texts, and sharpen their critical thinking skills. Please help me get each student an individual copy! 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They are students with low vision who require accessible, engaging materials to fully participate in reading activities. Many of them work harder than their peers to access text, and without the right resources, reading can feel frustrating instead of enjoyable.Despite these challenges, my students are eager to learn. They love stories, hands-on activities, and opportunities to build independence. With the right books and supports, they can thrive as readers.\r\n\r\nThis project will provide high-interest, accessible books to support literacy development for my low vision students during summer school.\r\n\r\nThe books I’ve selected include early readers, engaging series like Pinkalicious, and skill-building materials such as math fluency workbooks and functional life skills books (like learning to tie shoes). 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They ask me to read to them while their classmates are finishing their snacks. \r\n\r\nAccess to books is key to helping to shrink the achievement gap. Kids who read, or are read to by adults, are more successful in school than kids who don't read or don't have adults in their lives who read to them. I am requesting books to add to our classroom library that deal with understanding our feelings, including the separation anxiety that so many young children experience. The books, \"Love,\" \"The Invisible String,\" and \"The Kissing Hand\" are great books to help children understand that even though their parent or loved one is not with them (such as when children are at school,) the love and connection between them is always there. \r\n\r\nThe books in the Kindness and Compassion set, such as \"Have You Filled a Bucket Today?\" help children understand that we all have a role to play in building community and spreading kindness. 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They learn to recognize patterns, use logic, and develop strategies—all essential skills that support reading, math, and overall academic success.\r\n\r\nIn the library, puzzles also promote collaboration and communication. Students naturally gather around a puzzle, sharing ideas, taking turns, and encouraging one another. This builds social skills and a sense of community, turning the library into a space where learning is both interactive and inclusive.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, who come from low-income families, access to puzzles and similar hands-on learning materials at home is limited. Providing a monthly puzzle center ensures that every child has the opportunity to engage with these enriching activities. It helps bridge the gap by offering experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and make learning joyful.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, puzzles give students a chance to succeed in a different way. A child who may struggle with traditional academics can shine while completing a puzzle, gaining a sense of accomplishment and pride. 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To truly understand this era, students need more than a textbook—they need access to engaging, high-interest books that bring history to life.\r\n\r\nThis project will provide a collection of nonfiction texts, historical fiction, and graphic novels focused on the Gold Rush. \r\n\r\nThese requested books will allow my students to explore the experiences of miners, families, and diverse groups who traveled to California in search of a better life. Through these stories and informational texts, students will build background knowledge, strengthen reading comprehension, and develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities during this time period.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, my students will participate in literature circles, research projects, and interactive discussions. The variety of text types will support all learners, especially striving readers, by offering multiple entry points into the content. By connecting literacy with social studies, students will not only learn history—they will experience it in a meaningful and memorable way.","proposalURL":"project/striking-gold-bringing-the-gold-rush-to/10173391/","hasReceivedDonations":false,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"San Diego, CA","id":10173391,"title":"Striking Gold: Bringing the Gold Rush to Life Through Books"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp321417_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592278313311","schoolName":"Del Olmo Elementary School","costToComplete":140.22,"teacherId":321417,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Ms. M. 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While students may take away any number of connections from the books, they all focus on a life lesson. From growth mindset and struggle, to loss of a grandparent, to making friends, to an understanding of self, and the differences in others. Each book will be available for my students to check out, and also for me to read aloud, and share with others. \r\n\r\nAnne Lamont said, \"Books help us understand who we are and how we are to behave. They show us what community and friendship mean; they show us how to live and die.\" It is essential for children to take the experiences and lessons found in stories to help navigate our world. Books help them understand their feelings and emotions, and help them to be knowledgeable and empathetic citizens of the world. 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The items I’ve chosen—books, fun erasers, and film documentation—are tools to help them enjoy reading even more, boost their confidence, and take pride in their achievements. More than anything, I want to create lasting memories that remind them of how much they are loved, capable, and capable of amazing things, fostering a lifelong love of learning and self-expression.","proposalURL":"project/capturing-learning-engaging-students-wi/10180345/","hasReceivedDonations":true,"hasBeenFunded":true,"matchMultiplier":"2X","location":"Hemet, CA","id":10180345,"title":"Capturing Learning: Engaging Students with Books and classroom fun"},{"profilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp321417_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592278313311","schoolName":"Del Olmo Elementary School","costToComplete":156.28,"teacherId":321417,"hideDetails":false,"teacherName":"Ms. M. 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