Empowering Readers Through Classroom Library Transformation
Help me give my students a dynamic reading haven by filling our new library with captivating books, fostering an engaging learning environment.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Eliasi's classroom raised $375
This project is fully funded
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
Within the walls of our classroom, I am privileged to witness the burning passion for reading that my students possess. However, the current state of our classroom library is far from ideal.
I strongly believe that all my students, especially those with special educational needs, should have access to a rich and diverse classroom library filled with captivating books that cater to a range of ability levels and interests.
Imagine the impact of having collections like the Elephant and Piggie series at their fingertips, providing them with both contemporary and stimulating reading materials tailored to their unique needs.
Your remarkable generosity could make it possible for us to introduce leveled books that are not only current but also intellectually stimulating into the daily lives of students with learning disabilities. By doing so, we aim to break down barriers and provide them with equitable opportunities for literary exploration.
In our classroom, we wholeheartedly embrace and celebrate the diverse range of learning abilities among our students. We hold hard work in high regard. However, as an educator, it is disheartening to know that the classroom library I currently offer falls short of both stimulating their minds and accommodating their individual reading levels. With your support, we aspire to transform our classroom library into a treasure trove of captivating choices spanning various reading levels, enabling my students to experience the boundless joy and creativity that reading can bring into their lives.
Your involvement in this noble cause will not only empower my students but also contribute to fostering a lifelong love for reading, enriching their educational journey, and nurturing their imaginations. Together, we can create a learning environment where every student's potential is fully realized.
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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