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Ms. Strom from Kodiak, AK is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Chronicles: A Novel Adventure Unfolding in Every Desk!

Help me give my students the experience that books are not just pages, but gateways to infinite possibilities!

  • $537 goal

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My Project

"A comprehensive class set of books serves as a cornerstone for educational success, offering students a multitude of benefits. Firstly, it provides equitable access to essential learning resources, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to delve into the curriculum with the same materials at their disposal.

Beyond the curriculum, books stimulate intellectual curiosity, encouraging students to explore diverse subjects, fostering a love for independent learning.

By exposing students to a wide array of genres, topics, and perspectives, a class set of books nurtures critical thinking skills and enhances cognitive development.

I've seen firsthand how literature has the unique ability to instill empathy by allowing students to step into the shoes of characters from different backgrounds, cultures, and time periods. This not only promotes a deeper understanding of the human experience but also nurtures tolerance and compassion.

Practically speaking, a shared set of books in the classroom encourages collaborative learning and discussion. Students can engage in group activities, book clubs, and debates, enhancing their communication and interpersonal skills. Additionally, educators can design creative lesson plans and interactive activities around the shared texts, making the learning experience more engaging and memorable.

In the long term, exposure to a variety of books contributes to a well-rounded education, preparing students for future academic challenges and real-world scenarios. Whether through fiction or non-fiction, literature serves as a bridge between the classroom and the broader world, fostering a sense of curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

A class set of books is an invaluable asset in the educational journey, providing students with equal opportunities, nurturing critical thinking and empathy, fostering collaboration, and laying the foundation for a future filled with intellectual curiosity and academic success.

Ms. Strom Main Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Kodiak, AK View local requests

More than half 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wild Robot Series 2 Books Collection Set By Peter Brown (The Wild Robot, The Wild Robot Escapes) • Amazon Business $20.70 20 $414.00

Materials cost

$414.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $6.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$456.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.54

Total project goal

$536.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $536.96

3 Donors

-$506.75

Donations toward project cost

-$456.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.34

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$30.20

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