Help me give my students engaging books like "When You Trap a Tiger," and "Island of the Blue Dolphins," written by diverse authors, and reading & writing games and supplemental material to bolster literacy in the classroom.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dozier's classroom raised $699
This project is fully funded
My Project
My reading workshop and ELA students are eager to learn, but struggle with different learning disabilities or low reading and writing skills. Throughout the year they have made great strides, but continue to need support to increase literacy. Covid-19 impacted student learning in a clear and devastating way. Many students in my classrooms are 3 and 4 years behind grade level in reading and writing.
Creating an engaging, print-rich environment where students are excited to read is a powerful way to increase student literacy.
Building my library with books written by diverse authors allows students to choose from a wide variety of interesting books with characters that remind them of themselves. Books that are relatable to the reader create a wonderful bridge to literacy. My reading workshop class focuses on building oral reading fluency. When whole class work is completed, students have time to curl up with a good book. Having a range of books for them to read is crucial. Engaging books like "When You Trap a Tiger," and "Island of the Blue Dolphins," written by diverse authors, coupled with reading & writing games and supplemental material will bolster literacy and a love of reading in our classroom.
Supplemental reading and writing support is critical to developing literacy for students who are already behind grade level. These materials will allow me to work in small groups while some students work independently to develop their skills. These materials are engaging and well-crafted to provide the support students need to work independently as they journey to become better writers and readers.
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
When You Trap a Tiger
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$16.00
8
$128.00
Wonder
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$12.00
8
$96.00
Esperanza Rising
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$10.00
8
$80.00
Island of the Blue Dolphins
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$9.00
8
$72.00
Flying Lessons and Other Stories
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$8.00
8
$64.00
Really Good Stuff First, Next, Then Illustrated - 3 Pocket Writing Process Folders - Set of 12
• Amazon Business
$42.39
1
$42.39
Mind Sparks WordWall Challenge Card Game, Blends & Digraphs, 3-1/2" x 2-1/2", 400 Cards
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Writing Process Pocket Folder - 12 Pack - Teacher Classroom and School Supplies for Kids
• Amazon Business
$25.00
1
$25.00
Channie's Visual Handwriting Worksheet for 1st - 3rd Grade | Handwriting Simplified! Visual Writing Tools for Kids | Handwriting Practice for Kids, Kids Writing Book, Practice Writing Book for Kids
• Amazon Business
$12.50
1
$12.50
Materials cost
$545.88
Vendor shipping charges
$5.00
Sales tax
$4.66
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.19
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$593.73
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$104.78
Total project goal
$698.51
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$698.51
1 Donor
-$698.51
Donations toward project cost
-$593.73
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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