Science Readers: Building a Science Classroom Library to Ignite Curiosity
Help me give my students a science classroom library that will ignite curiosity, promote literacy, and empower them to explore the wonders of the world around them.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Delgado's classroom raised $695
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
I am incredibly passionate about my students and their eagerness to explore the world of science. They each bring a unique perspective and a boundless curiosity that drives their learning. The resources I’m requesting—a diverse collection of science books and materials—will play a crucial role in fostering their literacy and deepening their understanding of scientific concepts.
By providing these books, we will create a dynamic science library that engages students with fascinating content and supports their literacy development.
These resources will enable them to delve into scientific topics at their own pace, encourage independent research, and stimulate discussions that enhance their critical thinking skills. My goal is to build a learning environment where students are excited to read, explore, and discover, making science both accessible and enjoyable.
What makes my students special is their enthusiasm and diverse interests. They are curious, eager to learn, and driven by a desire to understand the world around them. This project aims to nurture that curiosity by providing them with the tools they need to succeed academically and grow as lifelong learners.
Nearly all 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
Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$23.83
1
$23.83
Knowledge Encyclopedia Planet Earth!: Our Exciting World As You've Never Seen It Before (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$20.61
1
$20.61
Britannica's Encyclopedia Infographica: 1,000s of Facts & Figures―about Earth, space, animals, the body, technology & more―Revealed in Pictures
• Amazon Business
$18.79
1
$18.79
The Way Things Work: Newly Revised Edition
• Amazon Business
$17.67
1
$17.67
The Ultimate Book of Reptiles: Your guide to the secret lives of these scaly, slithery, and spectacular creatures! (National Geographic Kids)
• Amazon Business
$17.30
1
$17.30
Timelines of Everything: From Woolly Mammoths to World Wars (DK Children's Timelines)
• Amazon Business
$17.29
1
$17.29
Animal! (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$16.57
1
$16.57
Human Anatomy for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to How We Move, Breathe, and Grow
• Amazon Business
$16.51
1
$16.51
Chemistry: Investigate the Matter that Makes Up Your World
• Amazon Business
$16.22
1
$16.22
Space Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition: A Tour of Our Solar System and Beyond
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Knowledge Encyclopedia: The World as You've Never Seen it Before (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$15.89
1
$15.89
The Science Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained (DK Big Ideas)
• Amazon Business
$15.30
1
$15.30
Genetics: Breaking the Code of Your DNA
• Amazon Business
$14.68
1
$14.68
Forensics: Uncover the Science and Technology of Crime Scene Investigation
• Amazon Business
$14.64
1
$14.64
Science Encyclopedia: Atom Smashing, Food Chemistry, Animals, Space, and More!
• Amazon Business
$14.59
1
$14.59
Science Book, The: Everything You Need to Know About the World and How It Works
• Amazon Business
$14.55
1
$14.55
Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean! (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$14.51
1
$14.51
Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!: Over 60 Prehistoric Creatures as You've Never Seen Them Before (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$14.39
1
$14.39
Knowledge Encyclopedia Science! (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$14.29
1
$14.29
Everything You Need to Know About Bugs
• Amazon Business
$14.25
1
$14.25
Knowledge Encyclopedia Space!: The Universe as You've Never Seen it Before (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$14.19
1
$14.19
Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! (DK Knowledge Encyclopedias)
• Amazon Business
$14.18
1
$14.18
Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes: A Visual Encyclopedia of Every Vehicle (DK Our World in Pictures)
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
The Rock and Gem Book: And Other Treasures of the Natural World (DK Our World in Pictures)
• Amazon Business
$13.79
1
$13.79
Super Simple Physics: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (DK Super Simple)
• Amazon Business
$13.57
1
$13.57
The Animal Book: A Visual Encyclopedia of Life on Earth (DK Our World in Pictures)
• Amazon Business
$13.49
1
$13.49
The Amazing Discoveries of 100 Brilliant Scientists
• Amazon Business
$13.02
1
$13.02
Human Body: An Illustrated Guide to Every Part of the Human Body and How It Works
• Amazon Business
$12.57
1
$12.57
Super Simple Chemistry: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (DK Super Simple)
• Amazon Business
$12.37
1
$12.37
National Geographic Kids Everything Weather: Facts, Photos, and Fun that Will Blow You Away
• Amazon Business
$11.66
1
$11.66
National Geographic Kids Why?: Over 1,111 Answers to Everything
• Amazon Business
$10.89
1
$10.89
Trees, Leaves, Flowers and Seeds: A Visual Encyclopedia of the Plant Kingdom (DK Our World in Pictures)
• Amazon Business
$10.09
1
$10.09
Interesting Facts For Curious Minds: 1572 Random But Mind-Blowing Facts About History, Science, Pop Culture And Everything In Between
• Amazon Business
$9.36
1
$9.36
A Kids' Guide to the Periodic Table: Everything You Need to Know about the Elements
• Amazon Business
$8.55
1
$8.55
Black Pioneers of Science and Invention
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Black Inventors: 15 Inventions that Changed the World (Biographies for Kids)
• Amazon Business
$7.30
1
$7.30
Black Women in Science: A Black History Book for Kids (Biographies for Kids)
• Amazon Business
$6.65
1
$6.65
Materials cost
$521.53
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$31.29
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.82
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$590.64
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$104.23
Total project goal
$694.87
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$694.87
4 Donors
-$347.43
Donations toward project cost
-$295.32
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$52.11
match offer
-$347.44
Match offer toward project cost
-$295.32
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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