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Mrs. Oden from Carson City, NV is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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America's Symbols

Help me give my students the books they need to research our national symbols.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Oden's classroom raised $170

This project is fully funded

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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

I am reaching out to express a critical need for resources in our classroom, particularly books that delve into the rich tapestry of American symbols. As an educator, I am passionate about fostering a well-rounded education for my students, and having access to comprehensive literature on American symbols is crucial for their academic development.

Introducing books about American symbols to our classroom library would significantly benefit my students in various ways.

Not only would it align with curriculum requirements, but it would also empower students to engage in independent research and gather information about these important national symbols. By providing them with these resources, we aim to cultivate essential research skills, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural significance of American symbols. These books would serve as invaluable tools for expanding their knowledge base, promoting curiosity, and instilling a sense of pride in their heritage.

I kindly request your support in making these educational resources accessible to my students. Your contribution will not only enhance their learning experience but will also foster a lifelong love for exploration and discovery.

Thank you for considering our request, and we look forward to the positive impact your support can have on our students' educational journey.

Mrs. Oden John C Fremont Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Carson City, NV View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mount Rushmore (Pull Ahead Books ― American Symbols) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Why Are There Stripes on the American Flag? (Cloverleaf Books ™ ― Our American Symbols) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
What Is Inside the Lincoln Memorial? (Cloverleaf Books ™ ― Our American Symbols) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Is a Bald Eagle Really Bald? (Cloverleaf Books ™ ― Our American Symbols) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Why Is the Statue of Liberty Green? (Cloverleaf Books ™ ― Our American Symbols) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The American Flag (Pull Ahead Books ― American Symbols) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
The Lincoln Memorial (Pull Ahead Books ― American Symbols) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
The Statue of Liberty (Pull Ahead Books ― American Symbols) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
The Washington Monument (Pull Ahead Books ― American Symbols) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
White House, The (Blastoff! Readers Level 1: Symbols of American Freedom) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Bald Eagle (Rookie Read-About American Symbols) • Amazon Business $5.95 1 $5.95
Capital Mysteries #8: Mystery at the Washington Monument • Amazon Business $5.56 1 $5.56
My Little Golden Book about Washington, DC • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #1: The Mount Rushmore Calamity • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$112.38

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$144.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.42

Total project goal

$169.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$169.49

2 Donors

-$169.49

Donations toward project cost

-$144.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.42

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$0.00

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