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Ms. Owens from Honolulu HI is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Book Club

Help me give my students a book club, the book club will be opened to the whole second grade during lunch. This is an opportunity to foster a love for reading, explore diverse books, and encourage meaningful discussions.

  • 1 donor
  • $438 still needed

expires Jul 27

  • 1 donor
  • $438 still needed
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My Project

Establishing a book club during lunchtime for students in every class can significantly benefit the community and enhance literacy skills. By providing this opportunity, I can cultivate a love for reading, foster a sense of community, and boost literacy levels among young learners. Introducing a book club at a young age promotes a lifelong love for reading. When children engage with books they enjoy, they are more likely to develop a positive attitude toward reading. By offering a variety of books and allowing students to choose what they want to read, I empower them to explore different genres and discover their interests. Book club at lunchtime serves as a platform for building a strong sense of community among students. Reading and discussing books together create opportunities for meaningful interactions and connections. As students share their thoughts, insights, and emotions related to the books they read, they develop empathy, communication skills, and respect for diverse perspectives. Book club will be student lead and will promotes a supportive learning environment where students feel valued and understood. Implementing a book club initiative can have a significant impact on literacy levels within the community and get other students involved but wanting to know more. They will also be making stickers, flyers, and talk about book club with others in the school community. This will encourage active engagement with reading, which can lead to improved academic performance and have an academic impact. In conclusion, offering a book club during lunchtime for second-grade students in every class has the potential to positively impact the community and boost literacy levels. By promoting a love for reading, fostering a sense of community, and enhancing literacy skills, this initiative can empower young learners and lay the foundation for lifelong learning and academic achievement.

Ms. Owens
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Achieve It! Percy Jackson & The Olympians Book Series Variety Pack, Grades 5 to 9, Set of 5 - Grades 5-9 - Kids • School Specialty $48.74 1 $48.74
Mr Sketch Mr. Sketch Premium Washable Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Scents and Colors, Set of 36 • School Specialty $33.97 1 $33.97
Dork Diaries Box Set (Book 1-3) Dork Diaries; Dork Diaries 2; Dork Diaries 3 • AKJ Education $30.65 1 $30.65
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
New Kid and Class Act: The Box Set (paperback, graphic novel book set) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $23.00 1 $23.00
Astrobrights Vintage Cardstock Paper, 65 lbs, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 250/Pack (21003/22003) • Quill.com $22.31 1 $22.31
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $20.79 1 $20.79
Paper Mate Felt Tip Pens Flair Marker Pens, Medium Point, Assorted, 24 Count • Amazon Business $20.49 1 $20.49
Mini Thermal Printer Sticker Paper for Mini Pocket Printer and Bluetooth Mini Inkless Thermal Sticker Printer, 57mm x 30mm Mini Sticker Printer Paper Self-Adhesive, Black on White, 6 Rolls • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5 • Amazon Business $15.11 1 $15.11
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 65 lb/176 gsm, Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 50 Sheets, Yellow • School Specialty $5.02 1 $5.02

Materials cost

$264.19

Vendor shipping charges

$104.49

Sales tax

$11.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$414.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.10

Total project goal

$487.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$487.36

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$437.36

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