Beyond the Bookshelf: Bridging Worlds Through Literature and Learning
Help me give my students books to have a chance to indulge in their own cultures and their classmates' cultures and backgrounds through illustrations and mentor texts.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Sundh's classroom raised $293
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
Creating an inclusive and diverse classroom environment is crucial for student growth and understanding. As a teacher, you can apply several strategies to achieve this.
First, integrate virtual field trips that connect students with experts from various backgrounds.
These experiences can enrich learning and provide unique perspectives.
Next, choose books that feature characters from different races, ethnicities, abilities, and family structures like the books in my project. Discuss multicultural perspectives to broaden students’ horizons. Create a safe space for identity exploration where students can share their stories and learn from one another.
Celebrate diversity through cultural celebrations, art, and music. Arrange flexible seating to encourage collaboration, and provide language support for English Language Learners (ELLs).
Finally, promote empathy, respect, and social justice through literary analysis, conflict resolution, and community involvement. By valuing each student’s story, you’ll create a rich and supportive learning space that prepares them for an interconnected world.
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
7 Picture Book Set: Ages 4-8 Bundle-Just Ask!, ABCs Black History, Change Sings, Name Jar,Where Are You From?,Can You Touch a Color?,Remember to Dream
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$90.00
1
$90.00
Kaplan Early Learning All Families Are Special Books - Set of 4
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$66.56
1
$66.56
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story (hardcover picture book)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$18.00
1
$18.00
Bunheads (hardcover)
• MahoganyBooks
$16.19
1
$16.19
Parker Looks Up: An Extraordinary Moment (hardcover)
• MahoganyBooks
$16.19
1
$16.19
Materials cost
$206.94
Vendor shipping charges
$9.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.10
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$249.04
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$43.95
Total project goal
$292.99
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$292.99
1 Donor
-$292.99
Donations toward project cost
-$249.04
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Sundh and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
