My students need great books that represent their culture and themselves!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dulin's classroom raised $597
This project is fully funded
My Students
My students range in age from six to eleven years old. Approximately 68% of my students are African American, 5% white, and 27% Hispanic. These students are economically disadvantaged and some of them have never owned a book. Most of my students don't have technology in their homes. My job is not only to teach the students how to read, but also to motivate them to become lifelong readers and thinkers. I feel privileged and blessed that these students are in my life!
My Project
My project will entice students to read more. Having a fantastic selection of literature, that they see themselves represented in, is crucial for their development in reading. Many of the books that my students get in their hands are irrelevant to their life. The books I have selected are not only wonderful books that have won multiple awards, they also are stories about the culture of my students. This will allow my scholars to relate to the text which ultimately helps to drive the reading process and allow them to find a love for reading.
Great literature is important because I know that it will encourage children to READ!
My goal is for my children to become lifelong readers.
More than three‑quarters 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
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