Active Readers, Brighter Futures: Equipping 4th Grade Literacy
Help me give my students Durable plastic folders are used to organize materials, pencils for active note-taking/practice, and small student whiteboards for quick comprehension checks. This is vital for our low-performing readers, helping them build close learning gaps.
$373 goal
This project expired on September 29, 2025.
This project expired on September 29, 2025.
My Project
I love how enthusiastically my 4th-grade reading students dive into new stories, their eyes lighting up with curiosity and wonder. It's truly rewarding to see their confidence grow as they discover new worlds and ideas through reading.
Durable Plastic Folders: When materials are neat and easily accessible, students can focus on the content rather than searching for papers, reducing cognitive load and aiding in better comprehension.
A sense of order and personal responsibility for their materials can increase student ownership and engagement. Students will feel more prepared and in control of their learning, making them more willing to dive into reading tasks.
Pencils: Consistent access to pencils ensures that all students, especially those who may not always have their own supplies, can fully participate in every learning activity. This equitable access is vital for them to practice skills, complete assignments, and receive feedback necessary for improvement.
Whiteboards: They promote active participation and a "no-fear" environment for trying out ideas. Students are more likely to share their thinking when they can quickly erase and revise. They facilitate interactive games, quick polls, and collaborative problem-solving related to reading passages.
Flexible seating: Some students, particularly those with attention challenges or sensory needs, benefit immensely from the ability to move or choose a seating option that best supports their focus. Flexible seating can help create a more inclusive environment where all students can find a comfortable and conducive space to engage with reading tasks.
More than half of 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
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Henoyso 48 Pcs Heavy Duty Plastic Folder with Clear Front Pocket and 3 Prongs Plastic Folders with Card Slot Pocket with Prongs for Students School Office Class Home(Black)
• Amazon Business
30 Pack Whiteboard Clipboards, Dry Erase Front Surface with Low Profile Clip, Designed for Classroom and Business Use, 30 Pack
• Amazon Business
$43.55
1
$43.55
Jumbo Magnetic Notebook Paper - Magnetic Handwriting Paper for Classroom, Dry Erase Notebook Paper, Magnetic Lined Paper for Whiteboard, Simply Magic 23x17
• Amazon Business
$22.47
1
$22.47
Materials cost
$282.36
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.24
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$316.60
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$55.87
Total project goal
$372.47
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