Help me give my students access to diverse books that reflect their interests, identities, and the world!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wertman's classroom raised $396
This project is fully funded
My Students
Our school is in the North Bronx, at the very top of New York City. Each student in my classroom is a reader. Whether they are a level M or a level Z, they want to engage in book clubs and take time for independent reading. They have felt the effects of the pandemic on their access to quality texts, and are eager to read new, contemporary books!
My Project
My students love to read, but our classroom library is outdated. The students will use these books for independent reading time during the school day.
Students will, after a year and half in a virtual setting, be able to have access to a tangible library in the classroom filled with new, contemporary, and diverse books!
Students will be able to choose books that match their interests and reading levels. Every Friday will be dedicated to a brief mini lesson focused on the standards, followed by independent reading time supported with small group instruction and reading conferences. The goal is to foster a culture of a reading and help raise students' independent reading levels.
I have selected a range of books on different reading levels that will support all readers in my classroom.
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
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