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Mrs. Qeraj from Ridgewood NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Beautiful Me Discover How Beautiful You Are inside.

Help me give my students educational books to help them grow their empowerment as girls and build a positive attitude towards friendship. A journal would help them show their growth as they progress and monitor themselves during a timeline.

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"Beautiful Me" will be a great club for intermediate student girls because it focuses on promoting self-esteem and empowerment, which are crucial aspects of development during the preteen years. This age group is often navigating the challenges of adolescence, including changes in their bodies, peer pressure, and the need to establish their identities. A club like "Beautiful Me" provides a supportive and encouraging environment where girls can learn to love and accept themselves, build confidence, and develop healthy relationships with others.

The origin of the "Beautiful Me" program is not definitively known, as there are several organizations and initiatives that use this name or a similar concept.

However, programs like these are often inspired by the need to address the unique challenges that girls face during adolescence, including body image issues, low self-esteem, and societal pressures. These programs aim to empower girls to embrace their individuality, recognize their strengths, and navigate the world with confidence.

"Beautiful Me" has proven to be effective in helping girls build self-esteem and develop a positive self-image. Through its curriculum, which often includes activities, discussions, and role-playing exercises, girls learn to recognize and challenge negative self-talk, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build supportive relationships with their peers. By promoting self-acceptance and resilience, "Beautiful Me" equips girls with the tools they need to navigate adolescence with confidence and compassion for themselves and others.

Mrs. Qeraj
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
5 Book Bundle - Kindness & Social Emotional Learning (Ages 4-8 inclusive book set) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $80.00 1 $80.00
Storex Large Book Bins Multicolor - Set of 5 • Nasco $21.84 3 $65.52
Crayola© Classic Original Conical-Tip Markers - Set of 12 • Nasco $4.32 12 $51.84
Scotch TL901X Thermal Laminator, 1 Laminating Machine, Gray, Laminate Recipe Cards, Photos and Documents, For Home, Office, School or Craft Supplies, 9 in. • Amazon Business $28.22 1 $28.22
Elementree - Sustainable Printer Paper For Everyday Printing and Copying 8.5 x 11 20lb/ 75gsm 500 Sheets Per Ream (00918) - White • Best Buy Education $5.64 4 $22.56
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.39 1 $14.39
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 100/Pack (TP3854-100) • Staples $10.72 1 $10.72
Elmer's School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.43 1 $10.43

Materials cost

$283.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $26.69

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$344.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.82

Total project goal

$405.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $405.45

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 $405.45

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