Building Bridges Through History: Enrich a Diverse Social Studies Library
Help me give my students a vibrant social studies library that fosters understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and historical perspectives of different events through history!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dalton's classroom raised $276
This project is fully funded
My Project
These books will play a pivotal role in building an exceptional social studies library that significantly enhances my students' learning experiences. By providing a diverse collection of books that cover various cultures, historical events, and periods, we are offering students a valuable opportunity to engage with a wide range of perspectives. This variety will not only enrich their understanding of the world but will also cultivate critical thinking and empathy as they learn to appreciate and analyze different viewpoints. These books will help students connect historical events with contemporary issues, fostering a deeper comprehension of how the past shapes the present and future.
My overarching goal is to create a comprehensive library that goes beyond mere academic support to inspire curiosity and cultural awareness among my students.
This library will serve as a dynamic resource for exploration and discovery, encouraging students to delve into topics that spark their interest and expand their horizons. What makes this initiative even more meaningful is the unique diversity of our student body. Each student comes from a rich tapestry of backgrounds and experiences, and this library will be instrumental in helping them see their own stories reflected while also understanding and valuing the experiences of others. By bridging these diverse perspectives, the library will not only support educational achievement but also nurture a more inclusive and empathetic community.
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
Made in Asian America: A History for Young People (hardcover)
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$24.00
1
$24.00
They Called Us Enemy (paperback graphic novel)
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$19.00
1
$19.00
We Are Here to Stay: Voices of Undocumented Young Adults
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$16.91
1
$16.91
We Are Here: 30 Inspiring Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Have Shaped the United States
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Votes of Confidence, 2nd Edition: A Young Person's Guide to American Elections
• Amazon Business
$12.74
1
$12.74
The United States of Epic Fails: 52 Crazy Stories And Blunders Through History That You Didn't Get Taught In School
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$11.90
1
$11.90
World War II Inspiring Stories for Kids: A Collection of Unbelievable True Tales About Goodness, Friendship, Courage, and Rescue to Inspire Young ... Book) (History Inspiring Stories for kids)
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$11.85
1
$11.85
Everything You Need to Ace World History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks)
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$11.49
1
$11.49
Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks)
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$10.81
1
$10.81
Other Words for Home (paperback)
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$10.00
1
$10.00
Malala: My Story of Standing Up for Girls Rights (paperback)
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$10.00
1
$10.00
I Escaped North Korea!
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$9.99
1
$9.99
World History for Kids: 500 Facts (History Facts for Kids)
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$9.69
1
$9.69
Still I Rise: The Persistence of Phenomenal Women (Celebrating Women, Book for Girls)
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$9.35
1
$9.35
Rick Riordan Presents: Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky-A Tristan Strong Novel, Book 1
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$7.19
1
$7.19
The Harlem Hellfighters: When Pride Met Courage
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$6.99
1
$6.99
100 African Americans Who Shaped American History: Incredible Stories of Black Heroes (Black History Books for Kids)
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$6.59
1
$6.59
Materials cost
$201.49
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.02
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$234.51
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$41.38
Total project goal
$275.89
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$275.89
3 Donors
-$192.94
Donations toward project cost
-$164.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$28.94
match offer
-$82.95
Match offer toward project cost
-$70.51
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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