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Ms. Hutchinson from Houston, TX is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Young Minds: Fuel a Love for Reading

Help me give my students a class set of chapter books for our classroom library.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Hutchinson's classroom raised $672

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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 Project

The addition of new chapter books to our 4th-grade classroom library is poised to make a profound difference in the learning experience of my students. These carefully selected literary gems will serve as windows into worlds of imagination, fostering a love for reading that transcends the boundaries of the curriculum. The requested chapter books are chosen to align with diverse interests and reading levels, ensuring that each student finds a story that resonates with them. This variety not only accommodates different learning styles but also encourages independent reading, which is vital for honing comprehension skills and expanding vocabulary.

My primary goal for this project is to create an enriched reading environment that promotes literacy as a lifelong skill and a source of joy.

By providing a diverse collection of chapter books, I aim to cultivate a community of avid readers who are not only proficient but passionate about exploring literature. Beyond meeting academic standards, this project seeks to instill a love for storytelling, critical thinking, and empathy through the immersive experience of quality literature.

What makes my students special is their unique blend of backgrounds, interests, and learning styles. Each child brings a distinct perspective to our classroom, and these new chapter books will cater to this diversity, offering something for everyone. Whether it's a captivating adventure, a heartwarming tale, or an informational text that sparks curiosity, these books will empower my students to connect with literature in ways that resonate personally, fostering a lifelong love for reading. Your support in providing these chapter books will not only enhance their academic journey but also contribute to shaping them into well-rounded individuals with a passion for learning and discovery.

Ms. Hutchinson Park Place Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $6.94 20 $138.80
The One and Only Ivan • AKJ Education $6.56 20 $131.20
Matilda • AKJ Education $6.56 20 $131.20
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing • AKJ Education $6.56 20 $131.20

Materials cost

$532.40

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$570.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.66

Total project goal

$671.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$671.05

6 Donors

-$671.05

Donations toward project cost

-$570.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$100.66

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$0.00

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