Help me give my students novels with diverse characters of different races, religions, and sexual orientations.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Daly's classroom raised $248
This project is fully funded
My Students
My students are a culturally diverse group of ninth and tenth graders living in a high poverty area. About half of my students are special education students, and many are struggling readers. Despite any challenges they face, they are optimistic about their futures and work hard to accomplish their goals. With the right resources, all students are excited to succeed.
My Project
Reading is incredibly important for students to build vocabulary, study plot, and practice comprehension. Finding the right book isn't always easy, especially with a diverse group of students who want to read something recent and relevant to their lives.
Being able to provide books with a variety of diverse characters helps students connect with what they are reading and also see things from different perspectives.
This project includes books with characters of different races, religions, and sexual orientations. All students should have access to books with characters they can relate to or learn from.
Nearly all 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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