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Mr. Martinson from Seattle, WA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Graphic Novels for 6th Graders!

Help me give my students diverse and high interest graphic novels for our classroom library!

  • $578 goal

This project expired on April 1, 2024.

This project expired on April 1, 2024.

My Project

My 6th graders love to read graphic novels!!! The representation of diverse characters in these books offers students the chance to see themselves in narratives. They also expose students to different cultures, fostering inclusivity and expanding perspectives.

Graphic novels are inherently engaging, making them particularly appealing to a wide range of readers, including those who may be reluctant to engage with traditional prose.

The diverse themes and genres in graphic novels cater to various interests, creating an inclusive reading environment. The combination of visual and textual elements contributes to overall language development, making them valuable assets in cultivating a love for reading.

Mr. Martinson Washington Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Seattle, WA View local requests

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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Legend of Korra: Ruins of the Empire Library Edition • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Avatar: The Last Airbender - The Rift • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Avatar: The Last Airbender--Smoke and Shadow Library Edition • Amazon Business $25.36 1 $25.36
Avatar: The Last Airbender--North and South Library Edition • Amazon Business $24.50 1 $24.50
Avatar: The Last Airbender--Imbalance Library Edition • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Heartstopper #4: A Graphic Novel (4) • Amazon Business $11.24 2 $22.48
Avatar: The Last Airbender--The Lost Adventures and Team Avatar Tales Library Edition • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Search • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Katie the Catsitter: More Cats, More Fun! Boxed Set (Books 1 and 2): (A Graphic Novel Boxed Set) • Amazon Business $19.39 1 $19.39
Heartstopper #2: A Graphic Novel (2) • Amazon Business $6.37 3 $19.11
Salt Magic • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Heartstopper #3: A Graphic Novel (3) • Amazon Business $6.49 2 $12.98
Catherine's War • Amazon Business $12.60 1 $12.60
Rise of the Shadowfire: A Graphic Novel (City of Dragons 2) • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Tidesong • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
Stacey's Mistake: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club #14) (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix) • Amazon Business $10.38 1 $10.38
Katie the Catsitter #3: Secrets and Sidekicks: (A Graphic Novel) • Amazon Business $10.29 1 $10.29
Mary Anne's Bad Luck Mystery: A Graphic Novel (the Baby-Sitters Club 13) • Amazon Business $9.35 1 $9.35
Good-bye Stacey, Good-bye: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club #11) (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix) • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22
Claudia and the New Girl: A Graphic Novel (the Baby-Sitters Club 9): Volume 9 • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
Jessi's Secret Language: A Graphic Novel (the Baby-Sitters Club 12) • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
Kristy and the Snobs: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club #10) (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix) • Amazon Business $8.64 1 $8.64
Logan Likes Mary Anne!: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club #8) (8) (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphix) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
Heartstopper #1: A Graphic Novel (1) • Amazon Business $6.37 1 $6.37

Materials cost

$418.06

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $36.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$490.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.63

Total project goal

$577.54

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