Help me give my students big books to make read-alouds more engaging and interactive.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Cruz's classroom raised $726
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
Reading time is one of the most important parts of our day, but it can be challenging to keep all of my students engaged, especially during whole-group read-alouds. My students have special needs and most are nonverbal, and I’ve noticed that when I hold up a regular-sized book, it’s hard for them to see the pictures or follow along with the words. That’s when I realized: we need BIG books to make our stories come alive!
Big books will allow my students to clearly see the text and illustrations from where they’re sitting, helping them connect more with the story.
These large, colorful books will turn reading into an interactive experience where students can point, follow along, and even join in if they’re able. With books they can truly see and touch, even my most hesitant learners are more likely to tune in, light up, and feel part of our reading time.
Thank you for helping us build a more inclusive and engaging classroom where every child has the chance to experience the joy of reading. Your support truly makes a difference!
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
Kaplan Early Learning Triple Favorite Big Books - Set of 9
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$220.46
1
$220.46
Kaplan Early Learning Math and Science Big Books - Set of 6
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$146.66
1
$146.66
VELCRO Brand Thin Clear Tape | 15 Ft x ¾” | Cut Strips to Length | Home Office or Crafts Fastening Solution | Large Roll, 91325
• Amazon Business
$13.90
4
$55.60
hand2mind Elkonin Boxes Magnetic Dry Erase Boards Set, Phonemic Awareness, Speech Therapy Materials, Letter Sounds for Kindergarten Phonics, Science of Reading Manipulatives (Set of 8)
• Amazon Business
$35.99
1
$35.99
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Big Book
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
The Rainbow Fish Big Book
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$24.99
1
$24.99
Lakeshore Learn the Alphabet! Dough Mats
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$16.99
1
$16.99
Airplane Toys - 12 Pack Vehicle Aircraft Plane Playset, Includes Styles of Bomber, Military, F-16 Fighter Jets, for Birthday Party Favor Toys, for Kids Boys and Girls (Styles May Very)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Materials cost
$572.66
Vendor shipping charges
$5.10
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.59
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$616.35
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$108.77
Total project goal
$725.12
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$725.12
1 Donor
-$362.56
Donations toward project cost
-$308.18
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$54.38
match offer
-$362.55
Match offer toward project cost
-$308.17
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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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 Ms. Cruz and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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