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Ms. J Davis from Elkville, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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High Interest Books for Reluctant Male Readers Part 2

Help me give my students high Interest books and book series for male readers.

  • $336 goal

This project expired on May 15, 2025.

This project expired on May 15, 2025.

My Project

It is important to have high-interest books specifically tailored for male readers in a high school library for several reasons:

Engagement and Motivation: Many boys may be less likely to engage with reading if they don't see themselves reflected in the books available to them.

Offering high-interest books that align with their interests—whether that’s sports, action, adventure, or relatable male protagonists—helps motivate them to read more frequently. When students find books that capture their attention, they are more likely to develop a habit of reading.

Promoting Literacy: Research shows that boys, on average, tend to have lower literacy rates than girls, especially in high school. Providing a selection of high-interest books can bridge this gap by encouraging reading and improving literacy skills. Engaging books may help students improve their vocabulary, comprehension, and overall academic performance.

Diverse Interests and Perspectives: High-interest books can cover a wide variety of genres, themes, and topics, allowing boys to explore different perspectives, cultures, and experiences. By offering books on a range of subjects, libraries ensure that male students are exposed to a broad spectrum of ideas, which can expand their worldviews and foster empathy and understanding.

Building Confidence and Self-Image: Books that reflect the experiences and challenges that male readers face can help them feel seen and understood. These books can also provide a positive space for self-reflection, self-expression, and identity development. Reading about characters who look like them or navigate similar life challenges can be empowering.

Encouraging a Lifelong Love of Reading: When boys are able to find books they genuinely enjoy, they are more likely to continue reading beyond high school. Encouraging reading at a young age can foster a lifelong love of books, which has long-term benefits in terms of education, personal growth, and career development.

Ms. J Davis Elverado High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

135 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Skinjacker Trilogy (Boxed Set): Everlost; Everwild; Everfound • Amazon Business $65.99 1 $65.99
Ultimate Unwind Paperback Collection (Boxed Set): Unwind; UnWholly; UnSouled; UnDivided; UnBound (Unwind Dystology) • Amazon Business $49.39 1 $49.39
The Crossover Series 3 Books Collection Set by Kwame Alexander (The Crossover, Booked & Rebound) • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
The 5th Wave Collection • Amazon Business $21.37 1 $21.37
Fate Breaker (Realm Breaker, 3) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Downsiders • Amazon Business $13.01 1 $13.01
Blade Breaker (Realm Breaker, 2) • Amazon Business $11.88 1 $11.88
Challenger Deep • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Dry • Amazon Business $9.54 1 $9.54
Twisted • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Boy21 • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
Realm Breaker (Realm Breaker, 1) • Amazon Business $7.24 1 $7.24
The Stars Beneath Our Feet • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$251.52

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$285.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.35

Total project goal

$335.64

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