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Mrs. J from Chicago, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Novels That Inspire!

Help me give my students novels that reflect their lives in varied ways. Reading about overcoming despite obstacles may give them new perspectives.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. J's classroom raised $693

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My Students

I love my students' tenacity for coming to school to learn despite issues that negatively impact their lives daily. I know that inner strength makes them special. They have fighting spirits and overcome obstacles that most adults cannot. Their sheer determination is what makes me continue to want to teach and hopefully have a positive impact on their lives.

My Project

My students love reading novels that reflect their personal lives. I've heard from them that these types of books help them navigate challenges. It is my intent to provide my scholars with material that is reflective, helpful, and inspirational to them.

Although we are building our library, and I require them to read various genres, I know that they favor these types of books.

We are also sharing life-lessons that we've learned from our readings. The students are presenting their books and what they've gained from them in the form of book talks, recommendations, and ratings.

Project tagged as

Chicago, IL
Grades 6-8
Literacy
Literature & Writing
Books
Distance Learning
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. J Mann Elementary School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

90 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

HBCU College Pennant Set • Amazon Business $94.95 1 $94.95

Harry Versus the First 100 Days of School • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97

Ain't Burned All the Bright • Amazon Business $15.80 3 $47.40

Ace of Spades • Amazon Business $15.10 3 $45.30

Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You • Amazon Business $13.99 3 $41.97

Concrete Rose • Amazon Business $13.94 3 $41.82

Stuntboy, in the Meantime • Amazon Business $11.49 3 $34.47

Teen Titans: Beast Boy Loves Raven • Amazon Business $10.73 3 $32.19

Punching the Air • Amazon Business $10.39 3 $31.17

Dear Justyce • Amazon Business $9.49 3 $28.47

Miles Morales: Spider-Man (A Marvel YA Novel) • Amazon Business $8.29 3 $24.87

The Stars Beneath Our Feet • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97

Reminders of Him: A Novel • Amazon Business $11.95 2 $23.90

Dear Martin • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96

Black Boy Joy: 17 Stories Celebrating Black Boyhood • Amazon Business $12.20 1 $12.20

Materials cost			$544.61
Vendor shipping charges			$6.00
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$8.17
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$588.78
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$103.90
Total project goal			$692.68
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$692.68
1 Donor			-$346.34
Donations toward project cost			-$294.39
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$51.95
match offer			-$346.34
Match offer toward project cost			-$294.39
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$51.95
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Novels That Inspire!

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My Students

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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