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
The books I’m requesting will provide my middle school students with access to a diverse and engaging collection of literature tailored to their unique interests and reading levels. Many of my students struggle with literacy and are reading below grade level, making it essential to provide books that are both accessible and motivating. A class library filled with high-interest, age-appropriate books will encourage independent reading, improve comprehension skills, and foster a love of learning. By making books readily available in the classroom, students can explore new ideas, build confidence in their reading abilities, and develop critical thinking skills.
The primary goal of this project is to create a classroom library that inspires a lifelong love of reading while supporting students’ individual learning needs.
I aim to: Provide books that align with various reading levels to ensure every student can find success and enjoyment in reading. Foster a sense of curiosity and exploration by introducing students to diverse genres, authors, and perspectives. Strengthen reading comprehension and fluency by encouraging daily independent reading. Cultivate a classroom culture where reading is celebrated and valued as a pathway to personal and academic growth.
My students are middle schoolers in a low-income school in Chicago, and they face unique challenges both in and out of the classroom. Despite these challenges, they come to school each day with resilience, creativity, and a willingness to learn. Many of them are reading below grade level, yet they are eager to improve and grow when provided with the right support. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences make them compassionate and curious learners who thrive when they see themselves reflected in the stories they read. They deserve a library that mirrors their strengths, validates their struggles, and inspires them to dream big.
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
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