My passionate fourth graders are brimming with curiosity, but the world can sometimes feel vast and distant. This project aims to bridge that gap by fostering empathy and compassion through the transformative power of literature. By introducing a diverse collection of children's books, we'll embark on a journey where my students learn to see the world through another person's eyes, understand the challenges they face, and ultimately, develop a desire to alleviate suffering.
The books I’ve selected represent a rich tapestry of experiences.
We'll discuss the characters' feelings, analyze their situations, and explore the things that make us all fundamentally human. These discussions will challenge my students' perspectives and encourage them to step outside their own comfort zones and ‘walk in the shoes’ of others.
Cultivating compassion and empathy is only the first step. My students will be empowered to translate their newfound understanding into action. Each student will design a personal project dedicated to helping others in need. This could involve fundraising for a relevant cause, creating care packages for a local homeless shelter, or even writing letters to their representatives advocating for social change.
The success of this project will be measured by the tangible actions my students take. Witnessing their dedication to these projects will be a testament to the growth of their compassion. We'll document their efforts through pictures, journals, and presentations, creating a lasting record of their empathy in action.
By fostering empathy today, we're investing in a generation of compassionate leaders who understand the interconnectedness of our world. With your help, these books will become more than just stories – they'll be catalysts for positive change. Imagine a classroom where students don't just read about the suffering of others, but actively seek solutions. This project is a step towards making that vision a reality.
We All Belong: A Children's Book About Diversity, Race and Empathy
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$12.99
2
$25.98
More Than Peach: Bellen Woodard Original Picture Book (hardcover)
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$18.00
1
$18.00
The Friend that Stayed: A book on Empathy
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$15.99
1
$15.99
Buckets, Dippers, and Lids
• Amazon Business
$15.95
1
$15.95
Jake the Growling Dog: A Children's Book about the Power of Kindness, Celebrating Diversity, and Friendship
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$14.96
1
$14.96
Chocolate Milk, Por Favor: Celebrating Diversity with Empathy
• Amazon Business
$13.42
1
$13.42
The Kids' Book of Kindness: Emotions, Empathy and How to Be Kind (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning)
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$12.99
1
$12.99
Masterpiece: an inclusive kids book celebrating a child on the autism spectrum (The Incredible Kids)
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$12.99
1
$12.99
EMPATHY WORKBOOK FOR KIDS 8-12: FUN EXERCISES TO LEARN ABOUT COMPASSION, FRIENDSHIP, KINDNESS, SYMPATHY AND UNDERSTANDING OTHERS’ FEELINGS
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$12.99
1
$12.99
Kindness Makes Me Stronger: Children’s Book about Magic of Kindness, Empathy and Respect (World of Kids Emotions)
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$12.99
1
$12.99
Teaching the Five SEL Skills All Students Need (Quick Reference Guide)
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$12.95
1
$12.95
Leah Travels to The Red Mountain Peak: A Book on Mindfulness, Speaking Up and Letting Go (Leah's Adventures)
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$12.95
1
$12.95
I Am, I Can Do Wonderful Things: Verses of Kindness, Self-Compassion, and Mindful Affirmations for Kids
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$12.82
1
$12.82
Do Not Wish for a Birthday Unicorn!: A silly story about teamwork, empathy, compassion, and kindness (Silly Books for Kids Series)
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$11.99
1
$11.99
Being Kind: Lesson on kindness, empathy and inclusion
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
• Amazon Business
$11.22
1
$11.22
Chocolate Milk, Por Favor: Celebrating Diversity with Empathy
• Amazon Business
$10.79
1
$10.79
Misty and Luna
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$7.99
1
$7.99
Materials cost
$248.96
Vendor shipping charges
$5.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.73
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$287.69
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$50.77
Total project goal
$338.46
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$338.46
1 Donor
-$20.00
Donations toward project cost
-$20.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
The Compassion Project match offer
-$20.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$17.00
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. Valbuena and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
