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1st Grade Library Needed

Help me give my students a classroom library that is a reflection of their diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Taylor's classroom raised $1,275

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My Project

Classroom libraries are essential in building a child's love for learning. Students need to see themselves in the books they read. They also need materials that are within their zones of proximal development. Classroom libraries are places that create a sense of belonging and foster social-emotional skills such as empathy.

The books requested reflect the cultural diversity of the students in my classroom.

Having representation in the classroom library books reinforces the message that students from diverse backgrounds are welcome and accepted in the class. When students feel validated and recognized, their confidence increases and they feel safe to take the academic risks necessary to grow. The materials requested will also help present students with materials that serve as windows into the different experiences of others, helping them gain new perspectives, and place themselves in the shoes of others- thus building empathy.

Classroom libraries also support students' reading skills. Decodable texts are essential compliments to reading instruction, as they help students put the skills they learn into practice. Working with a range of decodable texts that encompass students' interests will support students in becoming engaged, independent readers!

Project tagged as

Philadelphia, PA
Grades PreK-2
Literacy
Racial Justice & Representation
Books
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Taylor Edwin Stanton Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

20 students impacted 15donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Kaplan Early Learning Library Starter Books - Set of 13 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $147.56 1 $147.56

Elephant and Piggie Collection - 18 Book Set • AKJ Education $133.46 1 $133.46

Lakeshore Neon Connect & Store Book Bins - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 3 $104.97

PHONICS 1ST LITTLE READERS CLASS STUDENTS • Teachers' School Supply $101.99 1 $101.99

7 SEL Book Set: Just Ask, ABCs Black History, Change Sings, Name Jar, Where Are You From?, Touch a Color, Remember to Dream social emotional learning • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $95.00 1 $95.00

Teacher Created Materials Decodable Books, Grade 1, Set 1 of 15 - Grades PreK-2 - Kids • School Specialty $88.49 1 $88.49

3 Book Set: GIRLS in STEM Bundle: Counting on Katherine, Shark Lady, Ada Twist, Scientist (hardcover picture books, science math) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00

3 Book Set: BEING BRAVE Bundle: I Am Enough, Jabari Jumps, Stacey's Extraordinary Words (hardcover picture books, social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00

Junior Learning Jill Jet Decodable Chapter Books Phase 3. 6/Set (JRLBB161) • Quill.com $39.77 1 $39.77

Junie B. Jones Complete First Grade Collection Box set • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99

Junior Learning? Science Decodables, Phase 3, Non-Fiction, 12 Books • Quill.com $26.82 1 $26.82

Frog and Toad Book Set • Amazon Business $26.71 1 $26.71

Junior Learning? Science Decodables, Phase 2, Non-Fiction, 12 Books • Quill.com $24.97 1 $24.97

Attractivia 1st Grade Sight Words Magnetic Flash Cards(First Grade) - 41 Sturdy Large Dolch Cards for Literacy of Beginning Readers, Homeschool, Teachers and ESL • Amazon Business $20.10 1 $20.10

Mercy Watson Boxed Set: Adventures of a Porcine Wonder: Books 1-6 • Amazon Business $16.49 1 $16.49

Dicunoy 10PCS Acrylic Book Stands, Clear Display Easel, Art Display Holder for Picture Album, Brochure, Paperbacks on Tabletop, Shelves, Classroom, Library, Store • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Map of USA 50 States with Capitals Poster - Laminated, 17 x 22 inches - Colorful Complete Map of United States for Children - North America, US Wall Map - Classroom & Homeschool • Amazon Business $12.44 1 $12.44

Learning Resources - 12 Inflatable Globe • Teachers' School Supply $10.00 1 $10.00

Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4) • Amazon Business $8.77 1 $8.77

Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $8.32 1 $8.32

Materials cost			$1,011.84
Vendor shipping charges			$26.42
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$15.18
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$1,083.44
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$191.20
Total project goal			$1,274.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,274.64
11 Donors			-$960.22
Donations toward project cost			-$875.19
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$85.03
Matching donations from our partners			-$245.00
Match offers toward project cost			-$208.25
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$36.75
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$69.42
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

1st Grade Library Needed

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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