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Mrs. Haynes from Bear, DE is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Opening Our Eyes to the World

Help me give my students Access to current events happening around the world! My students enjoy reading colorful, engaging texts with content that they hear about in society!

  • $282 goal

This project expired on August 10, 2025.

This project expired on August 10, 2025.

My Project

Access to colorful, quality texts that keep students informed about current events is essential for fifth graders, as it fosters early engagement with the world beyond their immediate environment. At this age, children are naturally curious and are developing the cognitive skills to process complex ideas. Providing them with visually appealing, age-appropriate materials about global events helps nurture critical thinking, empathy, and a sense of global citizenship. These texts encourage students to ask questions, make connections, and understand diverse perspectives—all of which are foundational for becoming thoughtful and informed individuals.

High-quality current events texts support literacy development in a meaningful context.

Colorful visuals and engaging layouts make the content more accessible and motivating, especially for reluctant readers or those with different learning styles. When students see real-world relevance in what they're reading, their comprehension and retention improve. This kind of reading material can also spark classroom discussions, build vocabulary, and strengthen writing skills. In essence, giving fifth graders access to current, visually engaging texts is a powerful way to enrich both their academic growth and their understanding of the dynamic world around them.

Mrs. Haynes Kathleen H Wilbur Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scholastic News, Grades 5/6 (Print + Digital) • Scholastic Magazines+ $6.25 30 $187.50

Materials cost

$187.50

Vendor shipping charges

 $18.75

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$239.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.19

Total project goal

$281.25

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