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Mrs. Petrucci from Farmington CT is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Informational Books About Nature and the World Around Us

Help me give my students books that will provide an enriching educational experience through a collection of captivating books about nature, fostering their curiosity and understanding of the world around them.

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Second grade is a pivotal time in a child’s educational journey, marked by a growing curiosity about the world and a thirst for knowledge. Introducing them to new informational books about nature at this stage not only ignites their interest in science and the environment but also helps them develop crucial literacy skills. These books offer a hands-on approach to learning, allowing students to explore topics such as ecosystems, animal habitats, and plant life in an engaging and accessible way. With vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate language, these books not only captivate young minds but also lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

Moreover, access to diverse informational books about nature ensures that all students, regardless of their background or interests, have the opportunity to expand their understanding of the natural world.

By incorporating these resources into the curriculum, educators can foster a sense of environmental stewardship and instill in students a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of all living things. These books serve as windows into different ecosystems and cultures, broadening students’ perspectives and fostering empathy and respect for the world around them. Thus, investing in new informational books about nature for second grade students not only enhances their academic growth but also cultivates a sense of curiosity, wonder, and responsibility towards the environment.

Mrs. Petrucci will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by August 10.

Mrs. Petrucci
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
National Geographic Kids 10 Book Set (Lvl 1-dinosaurs, Meetkats, Frogs, Polar Bears, Ponies; Lvl 2-dolphins, Sharks, Snakes, Weird Sea Creatures, Penguins [Paperback] • Amazon Business $59.95 1 $59.95
National Geographic Kids Find it! Explore it! 6 Books Collection Set(Animals, Oceans, History, Insects, Around the World & Dinosaurs) ( More Than 250 Things to find,Facts and Photos!) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
National Geographic Kids Readers 6 Book Set (National Geographic Kids Readers, Levels : 1 & 2) by Anne Schreiber (2012-08-01) • Amazon Business $32.49 1 $32.49
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $24.90 1 $24.90
National Geographic Book of Nature Poetry: More than 200 Poems With Photographs That Float, Zoom, and Bloom! • Amazon Business $19.29 1 $19.29
The Ultimate Book of African Animals • Amazon Business $17.32 1 $17.32
Everything Big Cats • Amazon Business $16.85 1 $16.85
Everything Insects • Amazon Business $16.01 1 $16.01
National Geographic Book of Animal Poetry: 200 Poems with Photographs That Squeak, Soar, and Roar! • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Everything Sharks • Amazon Business $15.26 1 $15.26
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Baby Animals (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $12.62 1 $12.62
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Rain Forest • Amazon Business $12.39 1 $12.39
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of How (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Reptiles and Amphibians (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Polar Bears: Level 2 (National Geographic Readers) • Amazon Business $11.25 1 $11.25
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $11.19 1 $11.19
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Why (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $10.92 1 $10.92
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Birds (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $10.24 1 $10.24
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Weather (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $9.71 1 $9.71
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of the Ocean (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books) • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$379.43

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$415.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.26

Total project goal

$488.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$488.38

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$488.38

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