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 Project
I teach 3rd grade at a Title I school where the majority of my students are English Language Learners. Many of them are reading at a kindergarten or first-grade level and need strong phonics support to build foundational skills. During small group reading time, I provide targeted instruction—but I lack the right materials to meet their needs.
Most decodable books available are written for very young children and include characters and themes that feel too childish for my 8- and 9-year-old students.
This can lead to embarrassment and low motivation. My students need decodable books that support early reading skills but include mature, age-appropriate content they can connect with.
Because our families face economic challenges, I cannot ask them to contribute to these resources. Your support will help me provide engaging, skill-building books during small group instruction—so my students can grow as readers, gain confidence in English, and develop a love for learning.
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
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