Calling all readers: Listening Library bridges the Reading GAP!! Part I
The cost of chapter and picture book read-alongs, two novel series, and a bookstand is $857, including shipping and <a target="new" href="http://www.donorschoose.org/html/fulfillment.htm" onclick="g_openWindow('http://www.donorschoose.org/html/fulfillment.htm', 300, 800, 'fulfillwindow');return false;">fulfillment</a>.
$887 goal
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Hooray! 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 school is located in Oakland, CA. We are a Title I school with most of our students receiving free or reduced price lunch. Every year, students enter my 4th grade class reading below grade level for many reasons. They are not currently readers and the thought of reading chapter books or novels can be frustrating and prohibitive. Yet, the research shows how important reading is in improving comprehension, writing and critical thinking. Therefore, I would like to build a listening library in my classroom for students who are second language learners or are reluctant readers.
Audio books are a great way to bridge the reading gap. I remember how my own son had reading difficulties in school. He was not able to read difficult books on his own but he was drawn into the Harry Potter books on audio. He would listen to the stories every night and I noticed a marked improvement in his vocabulary, his interest in school and in his reading and writing. He was helped tremendously by audio books and I hope to make this kind of difference in the lives of my students. Please join me in making literature accessible and enjoyable for all students.
Our audio library would be available for lending to other students in the 4th and 5th grades, as well. Students would be able to listen to the stories and follow along with the actual book both in class and at home. I selected a wide range of genres to ensure that there is something of interest for everyone. I am also requesting a bookstand to ensure that the materials are organized and easily accessible.
Thank you for helping to increase literacy in our classroom!
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 Ms. S. and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.