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Mr. Martinson from Seattle, WA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Representative Literature for 6th Graders!

Help me give my students African American Literature for our 6th grade classroom library!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Martinson's classroom raised $288

This project is fully funded

My Project

Adding representative literature like the Hazelwood High Trilogy, The Davenports, Blended, Monster (a graphic novel), and Stella by Starlight to our classroom library enriches students' learning experiences. These diverse books offer perspectives that reflect the varied backgrounds and identities of our students, fostering a more inclusive environment.

Each of these stories acts as both windows and mirrors for readers, offering unique perspectives and reflections.

The Hazelwood High Trilogy reflects the experiences of African American teenagers, providing both relatable characters and new perspectives. The Davenports showcases a wealthy African American family in the early 20th century, reflecting cultural pride and historical context. Blended explores a biracial girl's journey, offering insights into blended families and racial identity.

Monster (a graphic novel) delves into the criminal justice system's impact on a young African American boy, highlighting societal challenges. Stella by Starlight illuminates the resilience of the African American community in the segregated South, reflecting cultural heritage and strength.

These stories help create a classroom library that is both inclusive and empowering, allowing students to see themselves and others in the pages of these books.

Mr. Martinson Washington Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Seattle, WA View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tears of a Tiger (1) (Hazelwood High Trilogy) • Amazon Business $10.39 4 $41.56
The Davenports • Amazon Business $7.30 5 $36.50
Blended • Amazon Business $7.18 4 $28.72
Darkness Before Dawn (3) (Hazelwood High Trilogy) • Amazon Business $10.53 2 $21.06
The Davenports: More Than This (Davenports, 2) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Monster: A Graphic Novel • Amazon Business $8.65 2 $17.30
Forged by Fire (2) (Hazelwood High Trilogy) • Amazon Business $8.19 2 $16.38
Stella by Starlight • Amazon Business $6.39 2 $12.78

Materials cost

$194.28

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.91

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$244.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.09

Total project goal

$287.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $287.28

1 Donor

-$287.28

Donations toward project cost

-$244.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.09

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