Representation Matters: Help Us Diversify Our Bookshelf
Help me give my students books that reflects the diverse world we live in—where all students feel seen, valued, and empowered.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Beach's classroom raised $466
This project is fully funded
My Project
Help Me Give My Students Books About Racial Justice and Representation
As a teacher, one of my most important goals is to ensure every student feels seen, heard, and valued in our classroom.
That starts with the stories we share and the voices we lift up. I'm seeking support to build a classroom library that reflects the diversity of our world—one that includes books centered on racial justice, identity, and representation.
These books will have a powerful impact on my students. When children see themselves represented in literature, it validates their identity and helps foster a strong sense of belonging. For others, these stories open windows into different perspectives, building empathy and a deeper understanding of the world around them. These are not just stories—they are tools for growing kind, thoughtful, and inclusive human beings.
Adding these titles will also strengthen our classroom community. They will spark important conversations, encourage critical thinking, and support social-emotional learning. Students will have the opportunity to explore themes of fairness, courage, and resilience through the lives of characters who reflect real-world experiences. This helps create a learning environment grounded in respect, compassion, and equity.
As an educator, these books will help me grow, too. They challenge me to reflect on my teaching, become more culturally responsive, and better support all of my learners. They help me model what it means to be a lifelong learner—curious, compassionate, and always striving to do better.
With your support, we can make sure every child in our classroom not only sees themselves in our stories but also learns to appreciate and stand up for others. Thank you for helping us build a more inclusive and empowering space to grow, read, and learn.
The ABCs of Black History (hardcover) - picture books for classroom library
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$16.00
2
$32.00
4 Book Set - Who HQ: Civil Rights Figures: Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, Coretta Scott King, Rosa Parks (paperback) x MahoganyBooks
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$28.00
1
$28.00
Remember (hardcover picture book)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$20.00
1
$20.00
J is for Justice: A Social Justice Book for Kids
• Amazon Business
$20.00
1
$20.00
Ohana Means Family (hardcover picture book)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$19.00
1
$19.00
Kids on the March: 15 Stories of Speaking Out, Protesting, and Fighting for Justice
• Amazon Business
$15.78
1
$15.78
I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots
• Amazon Business
$15.10
1
$15.10
Remarkably You - Reinforced Book
• AKJ Education
$14.59
1
$14.59
A Little Book About Justice (board book)
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$13.00
1
$13.00
Brown Girl Dreaming
• Amazon Business
$6.39
2
$12.78
Something Happened in Our Town - Hardcover Book
• AKJ Education
$12.40
1
$12.40
A Flag for Juneteenth
• Amazon Business
$11.97
1
$11.97
Salat in Secret
• Amazon Business
$11.49
1
$11.49
My Powerful Hair: A Picture Book
• Amazon Business
$11.22
1
$11.22
Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighborhood
• Amazon Business
$10.83
1
$10.83
The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Activist
• Amazon Business
$10.62
1
$10.62
The Kindest Red: A Story of Hijab and Friendship (The Proudest Blue, 2)
• Amazon Business
$10.33
1
$10.33
Black Is a Rainbow Color
• Amazon Business
$10.17
1
$10.17
The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family (The Proudest Blue, 1)
• Amazon Business
$9.82
1
$9.82
We Are Water Protectors: (Caldecott Medal Winner)
• Amazon Business
$9.71
1
$9.71
Say Something!
• Amazon Business
$9.65
1
$9.65
The Boy from Mexico: An Immigration Story of Bravery and Determination (Based on a true story) (Ages 5-8)
• Amazon Business
$8.49
1
$8.49
A is for Aretha
• Amazon Business
$7.49
1
$7.49
Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me 'round: My Story of the Making of Martin Luther King Day
• Amazon Business
$7.05
1
$7.05
Materials cost
$331.49
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$29.01
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.97
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$395.47
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$69.79
Total project goal
$465.26
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$465.26
3 Donors
-$288.83
Donations toward project cost
-$264.48
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$24.35
Matching donations from our partners
-$154.11
Match offers toward project cost
-$130.99
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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