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Mrs. Laura McBride from Houston, TX is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Place Called America!

Help me give my students a book called A Place Called America is an inclusive, engaging resource that helps 6th grader explore U.S. history through diverse voices and global connections. It supports critical thinking and deeper understanding.

  • $980 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

A teacher might choose A Place Called America: A Story of the Land and People for their 6th grade world history class because it offers a rich, inclusive narrative that weaves together Indigenous histories, immigrant experiences, and the shaping of America through diverse perspectives. The book's engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations help students connect emotionally and intellectually with complex historical themes. It supports critical thinking about land, identity, and culture key elements in a world history curriculum. This resource also encourages empathy and deeper understanding of how America's past connects to global movements and migrations.

Mrs. Laura McBride Ray L Shotwell Middle School Grades 6-8

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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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Houston, TX View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 230 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
A Place Called America: A Story of the Land and People • Amazon Business $13.79 40 $551.60
Rarlan Golf Pencils, 2 HB, Pre-Sharpened, 320 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $18.96 4 $75.84
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 24/Pack (1978998) • Quill.com $26.15 1 $26.15
Sharpie S-Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7 mm, Black and Blue, Pack of 12 - Rubber - Comfortable • School Specialty $21.97 1 $21.97
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 10/Pack (2081802) • Quill.com $18.19 1 $18.19
Paper Mate ClearPoint Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Soft Lead, 6/Pack (1984678) • Quill.com $17.56 1 $17.56
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen Medium Point Green Ink Dozen (8440152) • Staples $15.13 1 $15.13
Pentel® EnerGel™ RTX Retractable Liquid Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7 mm, Assorted Colors, Pack Of 12 Pens • Amazon Business $14.77 1 $14.77
Sharpie Liquid Highlighter, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 10/Pack (24415PP) • Quill.com $12.71 1 $12.71
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $9.49 1 $9.49
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm #2 Hard Lead 4/Pack (1902636) • Staples $8.43 1 $8.43
BIC Velocity Max Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm #2 Hard Lead 2/Pack (MPMX7P21-BLK) • Staples $6.54 1 $6.54
BIC Brite Liner Stick Highlighter Chisel Tip Green 12/Pack (65556/BL11GR) • Staples $5.70 1 $5.70
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm #2 Medium Lead 2/Pack (56047) • Staples $4.63 1 $4.63

Materials cost

$788.71

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.20

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$832.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.95

Total project goal

$979.69

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