Help me give my students bookshelves to ignite a passion for reading, alongside storage cubes for efficient organization of small reading groups. Reading is key to success!
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
Introducing bookshelves and storage cubes into a low socioeconomic neighborhood, where students are several reading levels behind, can be transformative for their learning journey.
The bookshelves play a pivotal role in promoting literacy by displaying a diverse array of books, creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages exploration and engagement with reading material.
For students who may not have easy access to books at home, having a readily accessible library within their educational environment can significantly increase their exposure to literature. Organizing books by genre, reading level, and topic can help students find materials that align with their interests and reading abilities, making the reading experience more enjoyable and accessible.
Similarly, the storage cubes facilitate the organization of small reading groups, allowing me to tailor instruction to the specific needs of students. In a classroom where students are at varying reading levels, small group instruction becomes essential for providing targeted support and intervention. The storage cubes can house materials such as leveled readers, comprehension activities, and literacy games, enabling teachers to efficiently manage resources and create differentiated learning experiences. By participating in small reading groups, students receive personalized attention and instruction, helping them develop essential literacy skills at their own pace.
The overarching goal of this project is to empower students in a low socioeconomic neighborhood to become confident, enthusiastic readers. By providing them with access to high-quality reading materials and targeted instructional support, we aim to narrow the achievement gap and foster a culture of literacy within the community. Our students are special because they possess untapped potential and resilience in the face of challenges. Despite facing adversity, they are eager to learn and grow, and by investing in their literacy development, we can equip them with the skills and confidence they need to succeed academically and beyond.
VASAGLE Bookshelf, 31.5 Inches Wide, 5-Tier Open Bookcase with Adjustable Storage Shelves, Floor Standing Unit, Cloud White ULBC175T14
• Amazon Business
$85.93
2
$171.86
ClosetMaid 9 Cube Storage Shelf Organizer Bookshelf with Back Panel, Easy Assembly, Wood, Weathered Gray
• Amazon Business
$134.99
1
$134.99
VASAGLE Bookshelf, 23.6 Inches Wide, 4-Tier Open Bookcase with Adjustable Storage Shelves, Floor Standing Unit, Cloud White ULBC164T14
• Amazon Business
$59.99
2
$119.98
Perkoop 8 Tier Stackable Paper Tray File Trays for Desk Plastic Letter Organizer Paper Sorter Turn in Trays Paper Bin for Classroom Storage Office Home, 4 Colors
• Amazon Business
$39.79
1
$39.79
Materials cost
$466.62
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$42.70
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.00
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$546.32
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$96.41
Total project goal
$642.73
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$642.73
1 Donor
-$25.00
Donations toward project cost
-$21.25
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$3.75
Bezos Family Foundation match offer
-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Perez and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
