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Ms. Rotunna from Manchester, NH is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Graphic Novels for Literacy

Help me give my students graphic novels at higher and lower reading levels to help grow excitement in reading.

  • $489 goal

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

My Project

Our middle school literacy initiative aims to spark reading enthusiasm by creating a dedicated Graphic Novel section in our library. We're requesting funding for diverse graphic novels spanning high and low reading levels across multiple genres.

Graphic novels have exploded in popularity, allowing teens to explore different cultures and perspectives through unique storytelling and visuals.

By offering lower-level and higher-level options, all students can access these engaging literary works regardless of current abilities.

The visual nature lets readers immerse themselves in diverse narratives reflecting the spectrum of human experiences. From action and sci-fi to dramas mirroring their own lives, these books build empathy and representation.

With vibrant imagery and relatable stories, even struggling or reluctant readers find themselves captivated, ultimately boosting literacy skills. Graphic novels transcend barriers, drawing students in while exposing them to new worlds.

Your support equips our entire community with unlocked imaginations and motivation to read. You make our library more inclusive while providing tools for cross-cultural understanding. Investing in this project creates a hub for joy, growth, and inspiration through the power of literature.

Ms. Rotunna Southside Middle School Grades 6-8 Manchester, NH View local requests

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

900 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Snapdragon • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Stealing Home • Amazon Business $13.61 1 $13.61
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 1 (1) • Amazon Business $13.00 1 $13.00
The Ghoul Next Door • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Secret of the Ravens • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Bounce Back 2: No Such Thing as Perfect • Amazon Business $12.60 1 $12.60
Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightning Thief The Graphic Novel (paperback) (Percy Jackson & the Olympians) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
The Witch's Wings and Other Terrifying Tales (Are You Afraid of the Dark? Graphic Novel #1) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Duel • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Go with the Flow • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69
Treasure in the Lake • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Battle of the Labyrinth: The Graphic Novel, The-Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Percy Jackson & the Olympians) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Hellaween • Amazon Business $10.29 1 $10.29
The Sleepover • Amazon Business $10.10 1 $10.10
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 5 (5) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 15 (15) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 14 (14) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 13 (13) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 12 (12) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 11 (11) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 10 (10) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 9 (9) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 8 (8) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 7 (7) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 6 (6) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 16 (16) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hombre Perro (Dog Man) (1) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Tegan and Sara: Junior High (Tegan and Sara, 1) • Amazon Business $9.91 1 $9.91
Making Friends: Third Time's a Charm: A Graphic Novel (Making Friends #3) (3) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
The Sea of Monsters: The Graphic Novel (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 2) (Percy Jackson & the Olympians) • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 4 (4) • Amazon Business $9.48 1 $9.48
Lucy in the Sky • Amazon Business $9.23 1 $9.23
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Last Olympian: The Graphic Novel, The (Percy Jackson & the Olympians) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Golden Hour • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Hombre Perro: Historia de dos gatitos (Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties) (3) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $8.68 1 $8.68

Materials cost

$379.91

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$415.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.34

Total project goal

$488.95

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