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
What we love most about our students is their curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to grow. Despite the challenges many of them face, such as learning English as a second language and limited access to resources at home, they come to school every day ready to learn, connect, and explore the world through stories.
Our students light up when they find a book they can relate to or understand, and that’s why this donation means so much to us.
The books we receive will be used in multiple ways:
Read-Alouds in the Library: These sessions build listening comprehension, vocabulary, and a shared love of storytelling. They also create a safe, joyful space where all students, especially English learners, can engage with rich language and diverse perspectives.
Book Checkouts: Allowing students to choose and take home books empowers them to become independent readers. With more high-interest options like graphic novels, we can better meet students at their reading level and keep them motivated.
Book Giveaways: Many of our students have few or no books at home. Giving them their own books to keep helps build home libraries, encourages family reading, and reinforces literacy skills beyond the classroom.
Each book is more than just a story; it’s a bridge to learning, confidence, and imagination. With your support, we can ensure every child in our school feels seen, supported, and inspired through the power of books.
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
5 Book Set: Graphic Novels #3 - Underrepresented Authors (ages 12+) White Bird, Ain't Burned All Bright, Run, They Called Us Enemy, Long Way Down
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$90.00
1
$90.00
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #5 - Underrepresented Social Emotional Learning (paperback 12+) Junior High, Crush, Girl Called Echo, My Bilingual Summer
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$80.00
1
$80.00
5 Book Set: Graphic Novels #2 - Underrepresented Authors (paperback, ages 8-12) - Break, Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch, Four Eyes, Invisible, Duel
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$80.00
1
$80.00
James Patterson Middle School and Treasure Hunters Collection 13 Books Set
• Amazon Business
$74.24
1
$74.24
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #7 - Underrepresented Family & Social Emotional Learning (paperback, ages 8-12) Twin Cities, Two Tribes, Dear Dad, Uprooted
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$72.00
1
$72.00
25 Year Anniversary Editon of Harry Potter Paperback Full Book Set Volumes 1-7 (Limited Edition, Original cover)
• Amazon Business
$68.55
1
$68.55
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #4 - Underrepresented Stories Social Emotional Learning (paperback 10+) Snapdragon, El Deafo, Space Boy 1-3, Parachute Kids
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$62.00
1
$62.00
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #1 - Underrepresented Authors (paperback, ages 10+) - American Born Chinese, Mexikid, Frizzy, When Stars Are Scattered
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$62.00
1
$62.00
4 Book Set: Graphic Novels #6 - Underrepresented Stories in Sports (paperback, ages 8-12) Swim Team, Gamerville, Hoops, Change the Game
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$62.00
1
$62.00
Grades 4-6 Graphic Novels Book Collection- 5 Book Set - Collection
• AKJ Education
$48.87
1
$48.87
Materials cost
$699.66
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$64.02
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.49
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$804.17
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$141.91
Total project goal
$946.08
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$946.08
1 Donor
-$473.03
Donations toward project cost
-$402.08
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$70.95
match offer
-$473.05
Match offer toward project cost
-$402.09
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Barrios and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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