Empowering English Learners: Resources for Growth and Success
Help me give my students the ESL resources, curriculum, and incentives they need to build language skills, stay engaged, and feel motivated. Your support will empower their growth, confidence, and success!
$892 goal
This project expired on April 25, 2025.
This project expired on April 25, 2025.
Celebrating 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
How These Resources Will Help My Students Learn
English learners face unique challenges in the classroom, from building vocabulary to mastering reading comprehension and expressing themselves confidently.
The resources in this project are carefully selected to address these challenges and provide my students with the tools they need to succeed.
Curriculum materials designed for ESL students will support structured language development, helping them build foundational literacy skills while improving comprehension of grade-level content. These resources include leveled readers, vocabulary-building activities, and grammar supports that make learning accessible and engaging. With these materials, students will have targeted instruction tailored to their individual language proficiency levels.
Interactive learning tools and games will foster engagement, making language learning fun and effective. These resources promote active participation, reinforce key concepts, and allow students to practice their language skills in a low-pressure environment. When students enjoy learning, they are more likely to stay motivated and make meaningful progress.
Student incentives will play a crucial role in encouraging effort and persistence. Many of my English learners struggle with confidence in their language abilities, and positive reinforcement can make a huge difference. Small rewards for participation, growth, and effort will help build their self-esteem and motivate them to keep pushing forward.
By providing these essential resources, I can create a learning environment where my students feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. Your generosity will directly impact their education, helping them develop the language skills they need to thrive academically and beyond. Thank you for making a difference in their learning journey!
More than a third 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
175 students impacted
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Oxford Composition Notebooks, Wide Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", Assorted Marble Covers, 100 Sheets, 12 per Pack, Colors May Vary (63794)
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$15.67
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Dry Erase Lapboards Student Pack of 30 | 9 x 12 inch Double Sided White Boards (Plus Accessories) | Small Mini White Dry Erase Boards for Students Whiteboards, Teacher Supplies, Classroom
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$41.50
1
$41.50
ESL Worksheets & Lesson Plans: Supplementary Lessons
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$39.99
1
$39.99
Lakeshore English Language Development Reading Comprehension Center
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$39.99
1
$39.99
ESL Worksheets and Lesson Plans 2 (ESL Worksheets & Lesson Plans)
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$39.95
1
$39.95
Beginners ESL Lesson Plans
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$29.99
1
$29.99
Beginners ESL Lesson Plans Book 2
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$29.99
1
$29.99
Helping English Language Learners Succeed (Effective Teaching in Today's Classroom)
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$24.89
1
$24.89
Aizweb Giant Magnetic Notebook Paper,Dry Erase Handwriting Lined Paper for Classroom Whiteboard Accessories, Chart Paper Teacher Must Have Homeschool Teaching Supplies,Teacher Essential,17" x 21.5"
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$21.99
1
$21.99
Auchq Versatile Magnetic Literature Teaching Charts, Dry Erase Handwriting Paper for Classroom Whiteboard, ELA Anchor Chart for Preschool Elementary Classroom Must Haves.
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$21.99
1
$21.99
The Ultimate ESL Teaching Manual: No textbooks, minimal equipment just fantastic lessons anywhere
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$18.99
1
$18.99
Carson Dellosa 250-Piece Big Box of Sentence Building for Kids, Sight Word Game with Dry Erase Marker and Color-Coded Sight Words and Punctuation Cards, Speech Therapy Toys for Toddlers
• Amazon Business
$18.74
1
$18.74
Hapinest Sentence Building for Kids, Learning Game Grammar Reading & Speech Therapy Materials Activities, Kindergarten 1st 2nd Grade Special Education Classroom Must Haves for Teachers & Homeschool
• Amazon Business
$16.98
1
$16.98
Vocabulary Words in Context: Grade 6-8 (101 Lessons)
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$14.99
1
$14.99
39 No-Prep/Low-Prep ESL Speaking Activities: For Teenagers and Adults (Teaching ESL Conversation and Speaking)
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 Junior Animals for Kids, Boys, Girls Who Love Board Games and Educational Toys, Travel Friendly for Ages 3, 4, 5, 6
• Amazon Business
$14.97
1
$14.97
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 Marvel, Perfect for Boys, Girls, Teens, Adults Who Love Avengers, Spiderman, Iron Man, Travel Game, Gifts for Ages 8, 9, 10 and Up
• Amazon Business
$14.97
1
$14.97
Newcomer ESL Workbook: Phonics and Vocabulary Practice With Real Photographs (Newcomer ESL Workbooks)
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$14.69
1
$14.69
Prove It! Using Textual Evidence, Levels 6-8
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$14.69
1
$14.69
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Pencil Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes,Game Reward,Treasure Box,Easter Egg Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Party Favors
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$14.44
1
$14.44
300PCS Large Scratch and Sniff Stickers, Scented Stickers for Kids, Incentive Smelly Summer Stickers, Motivational for Kids, Bigger Reward Stickers for Student Classroom Must Haves School Supplies
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$13.99
1
$13.99
ESL Games for the Classroom: 101 Interactive Activities to Engage Your Students with Minimal Prep
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$12.78
1
$12.78
Learning Resources Conversation Cubes - 6 Pieces, Ages 6+ Foam Cubes for Social Emotional Learning, School Counselor Supplies, Speech Therapy Toys, Ice Breaker Cubes
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100 Task Cards: Figurative Language: Reproducible Mini-Passages With Key Questions to Boost Reading Comprehension Skills
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$10.99
1
$10.99
ESL Phonics Workbook: Newcomer Students | Letter Sounds and Short Vowel Practice (Newcomer ESL Workbooks)
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$10.19
1
$10.19
ESL Vocabulary Workbook: Newcomer Students | Daily Activities, Community, School (Newcomer ESL Workbooks)
• Amazon Business
$10.19
1
$10.19
800PCS Punny Teacher Sticker for Student, D-FantiX Motivational Reward Stickers for Kids Classroom, Must Have Essentials for Teachers Elementary, Positive Encouragement Stickers Home School Supplies
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$9.88
1
$9.88
Materials cost
$667.79
Vendor shipping charges
$2.00
Sales tax
$47.75
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.02
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$757.56
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$133.69
Total project goal
$891.25
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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