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Ms. Araujo from West Jordan, UT is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Literacy At Their Level

Help me give my students literacy at their own levels to help their confidence grow

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Araujo's classroom raised $281

This project is fully funded

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My Project

In any classroom, fostering a love for reading is crucial, especially for young learners who are developing foundational skills. For students at Riverside Elementary School, having access to easy reader books is essential in building their reading confidence. Easy reader books are specifically designed to match the reading abilities of students who are not yet proficient with higher-level texts. By providing content that is accessible and appropriately challenging, these books serve as stepping stones that help young readers transition smoothly into more complex literature.

When students are faced with books that are too advanced, they often experience frustration and a sense of inadequacy, which can stifle their motivation to read.

Easy reader books, on the other hand, feature simplified vocabulary, repetitive sentence structures, and engaging illustrations, which collectively aid comprehension and maintain interest. This accessibility allows students to experience success in reading, which in turn bolsters their confidence and encourages them to take on more challenging texts over time.

Moreover, easy reader books support the development of critical reading skills such as decoding, fluency, and comprehension in a manageable context. When students repeatedly encounter success with reading, they begin to internalize a growth mindset, understanding that their abilities can improve with practice. This positive reinforcement is integral to creating lifelong readers who are enthusiastic about learning.

In conclusion, incorporating easy reader books into your classroom library is not just about meeting students where they are; it’s about empowering them to believe in their potential. As these students build their reading confidence, they will be more likely to explore and engage with a broader range of literature, setting a strong foundation for future academic success.

Ms. Araujo Riverside Elementary School Grades PreK-2 West Jordan, UT View local requests

More than a third 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

22 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Rhythm & Rhyme Board Book Collection • Lakeshore Learning Materials $63.50 1 $63.50
If You Take a Mouse Five-Book Set (If You Take a Mouse to the Movies; If You Take a Mouse to School; If You Give a Moose a Muffin; If You Give a Mouse a Cookie; If You Give a Pig a Pancake) • Amazon Business $59.95 1 $59.95
Pigeon Series 7 Book Set : Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus / Stay up Late. Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog ....and 4 More Titles • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Really Good Stuff Durable Book and Binder Holder, 5??x12??x7?? (1 Black Bin) - Magazine and Folder Storage - Classroom, Home, and Library Storage • Amazon Business $5.80 3 $17.40
I Have Ants in My Pants: A Picture Book About Learning Self-Control and Respecting Others Space • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Pete the Kitty: Wash Your Hands (My First I Can Read) • Amazon Business $5.75 1 $5.75
Clark the Shark: Too Many Treats (I Can Read Level 1) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Board Book) • Amazon Business $4.26 1 $4.26
1 Grumpy Bruce-A Mother Bruce Book: A Counting Board Book (Mother Bruce Series) • Amazon Business $4.19 1 $4.19
Pete the Cat: Snow Daze: A Winter and Holiday Book for Kids (My First I Can Read) • Amazon Business $3.59 1 $3.59

Materials cost

$202.21

Vendor shipping charges

$3.18

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$238.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.07

Total project goal

$280.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$280.49

1 Donor

-$238.42

Donations toward project cost

-$238.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$42.07

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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