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Ms. Samsel from Western Grove AR is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Confident Learners

Help me give my students educational resources that will empower them to become confident learners.

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The Big Fat Notebook collection offers a treasure trove of knowledge packed into engaging and accessible formats, providing middle schoolers with a powerful tool to boost their confidence and mastery of various subjects. By condensing complex topics into digestible chunks with clear explanations, vibrant illustrations, and memorable mnemonics, these notebooks transform daunting subjects into manageable challenges. With each turn of the page, students not only deepen their understanding but also cultivate a sense of accomplishment, fostering the resilience and confidence needed to tackle any academic hurdle.

In the hands of middle schoolers, The Big Fat Notebook collection becomes more than just a study aid—it becomes a roadmap to success.

Armed with the knowledge and skills gleaned from these notebooks, students navigate the intricacies of math, science, history, and beyond with newfound confidence and enthusiasm. By demystifying key concepts and fostering a sense of agency over their learning, these notebooks empower students to approach their studies with curiosity, courage, and a belief in their own abilities, laying the foundation for a lifetime of academic achievement.

Ms. Samsel
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Workman Publishing Everything You Need to Ace Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 in One Big Fat Notebook - Grades 8-10 - Adult • School Specialty $26.99 1 $26.99
Brain Quest Everything You Need to Ace World History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition - Grades 5-9 - Kids • School Specialty $17.62 1 $17.62
Workman Publishing Company - To Ace Biology in One Big Fat Notebook • Amazon Business $14.58 1 $14.58
Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Workman Publishing Everything You Need to Ace English Language Arts in One Big Fat Notebook (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $11.96 1 $11.96
Everything You Need to Ace English Language Arts in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $11.78 1 $11.78
Everything You Need to Ace World History in One Big Fat Notebook, 2nd Edition: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $11.60 1 $11.60
Everything You Need to Ace Computer Science and Coding in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
Workman Publishing Ace Pre-Algebra and Algebra I in One Big Fat Notebook (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $10.76 1 $10.76
Workman Publishing Company - To Ace Chemistry in One Big Fat Notebook • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Ace Geometry in One Big Fat Notebook (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Workman Publishing Company - To Ace Math in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$172.01

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.46

Sales tax

 $14.19

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$223.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.40

Total project goal

$262.64

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 $262.64

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