Gaming the System to Build English Language Literacy
Help me give my students fun games to build community and strengthen their language skills.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Cattolica's classroom raised $496
This project is fully funded
My Project
Students of all language backgrounds and proficiencies need fun opportunities to put their skills into practice. For my exceptional students, mastering the English language is not just about learning words and grammar, it is about building confidence, forming connections, and finding their footing.
Students need to practice using English in enjoyable and engaging ways.
This project will provide students with language- and conversation-based board games, guessing games, and trivia that bring life into the learning environment. By creating a more inclusive and supportive classroom, where learning is fun and interactive, students will thrive academically and socially.
The materials from this project will help foster a strong sense of community within the classroom.
More than half 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
Guess Who? Board Game with Classic Characters by Winning Moves Games USA, Classic Children's Mystery Board Game of Deduction for 2 Players, Ages 6+ (1191)
• Amazon Business
$17.99
2
$35.98
Learning Resources Answer Buzzers - Set of 4, Ages 3+, Assorted Colored Buzzers, Game Show Buzzers, Perfect for Family Game and Trivia Nights, for Kids
• Amazon Business
Mattel Games UNO Card Game, Toy for Kids and Adults, Family Game for Camping and Travel in Storage Tin Box (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
2
$25.98
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 Animals & Countries, Perfect for Boys, Girls, Kids, and Families Who Love Board Games, Gifts for Ages 6, 7, 8, 9
• Amazon Business
$23.72
1
$23.72
Describe Cards - Deck One Conversation Cards, Over Two Dozen Games and Social Emotional Learning Activities for Families, Therapy, School and More. Includes More Than 300+ Questions.
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Super Duper Publications | Metaphors & Similes Fun Deck | Figurative Language Skills Flash Cards | Educational Learning Materials for Children…
• Amazon Business
$20.00
1
$20.00
Super Duper Publications | Idioms Fun Deck | Figurative Language Skills Flash Cards | Educational Learning Materials for Children
• Amazon Business
$20.00
1
$20.00
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 Marvel, Perfect for Boys, Girls, Teens, Adults Who Love Board Games, Toys, Avengers, Spiderman, Iron Man, Easter Basket Stuffers, Gifts for Ages 8, 9, 10 and Up
• Amazon Business
$19.96
1
$19.96
WHAT DO YOU MEME? Family Edition - The Best in Family Card Games for Kids and Adults
• Amazon Business
$19.40
1
$19.40
Hedbanz 2023 Edition Cards Picture Guessing Board Game- Family Games | Games for Family Game Night| Kids Games | Card Games for Families & Kids Ages 6 and up
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Discraft 175 gram Ultra Star Sport Disc, Royal Blue
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$16.99
1
$16.99
Skillmatics Card Game - Train of Thought, Fun for Family Game Night, Educational Toys, Travel Games for Kids, Teens and Adults, Easter Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 6, 7, 8, 9 and Up
• Amazon Business
$16.96
1
$16.96
Mattel Games Apples to Apples Junior, The Game of Crazy Comparisons, Board Game with 504 Cards, Family Party Game Especially for Kids, Toy for Kid, Teen & Family Game Night Ages 9Y+ (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$16.78
1
$16.78
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 Countries of The World, Perfect for Boys, Girls, Kids & Families Who Love Toys, Gifts for Ages 8, 9, 10 & Up
• Amazon Business
$14.96
1
$14.96
Skillmatics Card Game - Guess in 10 States of America, Educational Travel Toys for Boys, Girls, and Kids Who Love Board Games, Geography and History, Easter Gifts for Ages 8, 9, 10 and Up
• Amazon Business
$14.96
1
$14.96
Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids: 300 Difficult Riddles And Brain Teasers Families Will Love (Thinking Books for Kids)
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Materials cost
$353.63
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$32.36
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.30
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$421.29
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$74.35
Total project goal
$495.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$495.64
4 Donors
-$247.82
Donations toward project cost
-$210.65
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$37.17
match offer
-$247.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$210.64
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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