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Mrs. Brasel from Dickinson TX is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Readers: an Intervention Initiative

Help me give my students a love for reading again with books and pens.

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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

Our project aims to address a critical issue: the reading proficiency gap among 4th and 5th-grade students reading two or more years below their grade level. This gap not only hinders academic progress but also impacts their confidence and future opportunities. By focusing on reading intervention, we can make a profound difference in these students' lives.

Our project targets this vulnerable group, providing tailored interventions to bridge the gap and bring them up to grade level.

Beyond academic achievement, our initiative prioritizes building confidence and fostering a love for reading. Many struggling readers experience feelings of frustration and inadequacy, which can lead to disengagement from school and a negative attitude towards learning. By nurturing their self-esteem and instilling a passion for reading, we empower these students to unlock their full potential and succeed in all areas of life.

Moreover, addressing reading difficulties at an early stage is crucial for long-term success. Research shows that students who struggle with reading in elementary school are at a higher risk of academic underachievement, behavioral issues, and even dropping out later on. By intervening now, we can prevent these negative outcomes and set these students on a path towards a brighter future.

Your support for our project will not only improve the academic outcomes of struggling 4th and 5th-grade readers but also empower them to become confident, lifelong learners. Together, we can make a lasting impact on their educational journey and beyond. Join us in empowering readers and transforming lives.

Mrs. Brasel
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Maydahui 30PCS Cute Alligator Pens Crocodile Gel Pens Novelty Fun Animal Pens Alligator Writing Pen Black Ink for Student Office School Supplies Stationery Party Favor Gift • Amazon Business $16.65 3 $49.95
Gypsy Jade's Crocodile Party Silicone Wristbands - Great Alligator Party Supplies (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
180 Days of Reading: Grade 4 - Daily Reading Workbook for Classroom and Home, Reading Comprehension and Phonics Practice, School Level Activities Created by Teachers to Master Challenging Concepts • Amazon Business $18.83 1 $18.83
Teach Reading with Orton-Gillingham: 72 Classroom-Ready Lessons to Help Struggling Readers and Students with Dyslexia Learn to Love Reading (Books for Teachers) • Amazon Business $16.40 1 $16.40
Scholastic Week By Week Phonics and Word Study for the Intermediate Grades, Grades 3-6 • Amazon Business $12.29 1 $12.29
RTI: Easy Phonics Interventions: Week-by-Week Reproducible Lessons That Teach Key Phonics Skills Students Need to Achieve Reading Success • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Extra Practice for Struggling Readers: Word Study: Motivating Practice Packets That Help Intermediate Students Learn Key Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots to Succeed in Reading and Writing • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
Extra Practice for Struggling Readers: Phonics: Motivating Practice Packets That Help Intermediate Students Build Essential Decoding Skills to Succeed in Reading and Writing • Amazon Business $9.61 1 $9.61
Crocodile Stickers Crocodile Animal Stickers Pack 50pcs-Suitable for Laptop Travel Case Notebook Phone Car Scrapbook Water Bottle Bike Decals,Kids/Teen/Adults Gift Stickers • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98
Deluxebase Erazer Buddies - Alligator from Rubber Eraser Stationary Set for School. Novelty and Cute Erasers for School and Office Desk Accessories. Great Alligator School Supplies and Party Favors. • Amazon Business $4.70 1 $4.70

Materials cost

$176.66

Vendor shipping charges

$9.18

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$218.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.56

Total project goal

$257.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$257.05

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$257.05

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