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Mrs. Garcia from Indio, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seeds of Climate Change

Help me give my students books exploring climate change and diverse ecosystems, especially our local desert. Hands-on projects like seeded bookmarks and recycled paper will foster environmental awareness and a love for our planet.

  • $1,033 goal

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

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Celebrate 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'm eager to cultivate a deeper understanding of our changing climate and the fascinating ecosystems of our world within my students. This project will provide a thoughtfully curated collection of books, ranging from foundational texts like "A Kids Book About Climate Change" to explorations of diverse habitats such as those in "A Day in the Life of the Desert," and innovative perspectives offered in "The Forest in the Sea: Seaweed Solutions to Planetary Problems." These resources will encourage inquiry and build a strong base of environmental literacy.

Our learning will extend beyond the pages through meaningful, hands-on activities that connect directly to conservation principles.

Students will have the opportunity to create seeded bookmarks using southwest wildflower seeds, learning about native flora and the vital role of pollinators. Furthermore, we will be utilizing a paper making kit to recycle paper from our school into new paper for their own recycled bookmarks. This practical experience, inspired by resources like "The Last Plastic Straw: A Plastic Problem and Finding Ways to Fix It," will illustrate the importance of waste reduction and resourcefulness in a tangible way.

It is my hope that these carefully selected books and engaging activities will foster a profound appreciation for the natural world and empower my students to become thoughtful and informed environmental citizens. By providing these resources, we can nurture a sense of responsibility and inspire a lasting commitment to the well-being of our planet, beginning right here in our desert community and extending to the wider world.

Mrs. Garcia James Madison Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

425 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Caydo 3 Pieces Paper Making Frame Kit, Papermaking Mould and Deckle with Mesh, Absorbent Paper and Sponge for Kids Adults Supplies(5 x 7 Inches, 7.5 x 9.8 Inches, 9.8 x 13 Inches) • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
JAM Paper? 8 1/2" x 14" Legal Size Recycled Cardstock, Brite Hue Yellow, 50/Pack (16730930) • Quill.com $47.28 1 $47.28
JAM Paper? 8 1/2" x 14" Legal Size Recycled Cardstock, Brite Hue Violet Purple, 50/Pack (16730933) • Quill.com $44.43 1 $44.43
JAM Paper? 8 1/2" x 14" Legal Size Recycled Cardstock, Brite Hue Red, 50/Pack (16730927) • Quill.com $34.95 1 $34.95
JAM Paper? 8 1/2" x 14" Legal Size Recycled Cardstock, Brite Hue Sea Blue, 50/Pack (16730935) • Quill.com $34.03 1 $34.03
Celestial Buddies Our Precious Planet | 16" Soft Stuffed Plush, Fun Planet Facts & Climate Change Tag for Kids – STEM Learning, Educational Gift, Classroom & Homeschool Science Space Astronomy | 0+ • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
The Climate Change Garden, UPDATED EDITION: Down to Earth Advice for Growing a Resilient Garden (-) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Climate Change, The Choice is Ours: The Facts, Our Future, and Why There's Hope! • Amazon Business $24.90 1 $24.90
A Kids Book About Climate Change (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Over and Under the Snow • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Southwest Regional Mix - Bulk 1/4 Pound Pouch - 60,000 Flower Seeds for Planting - Wildflower Mix • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
The Night Flower: The Blooming of the Saguaro Cactus • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Lonely Planet Kids How Everything Works (How Things Work) • Amazon Business $16.79 1 $16.79
Over and Under the Canyon • Amazon Business $16.43 1 $16.43
Palm Trees at the North Pole: The Hot Truth About Climate Change • Amazon Business $15.38 1 $15.38
The Lonely Polar Bear (Happy Fox Books) A Subtle Way to Introduce Young Kids to Climate Change Issues; Beautifully Illustrated Children's Picture Book Set in a Fragile Arctic Environment • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Climate Change and How We'll Fix It: The Real Problem and What We Can Do to Fix It • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Recycle and Remake: Creative Projects for Eco Kids • Amazon Business $14.48 1 $14.48
Over and Under the Waves • Amazon Business $14.40 1 $14.40
One Day in the Desert (Long Term Ecological Research) • Amazon Business $14.04 1 $14.04
Great Carrier Reef (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $14.00 1 $14.00
Over and Under the Pond - Reinforced Book • AKJ Education $13.86 1 $13.86
Nature School: Lessons and Activities to Inspire Children's Love for Everything Wild (Nature School, 1) • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Outdoor Kids in an Inside World: Getting Your Family Out of the House and Radically Engaged with Nature • Amazon Business $13.06 1 $13.06
Over and Under the Rainforest • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Breaking the Mold: Changing the Face of Climate Science (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth: Understanding Our World and Its Ecosystems • Amazon Business $12.82 1 $12.82
The Forest in the Sea: Seaweed Solutions to Planetary Problems (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $12.69 1 $12.69
Hidden Habitats: Earth (Small Worlds) • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt: (Spring Books for Kids, Gardening for Kids, Preschool Science Books, Children's Nature Books) (Over and Under) • Amazon Business $12.38 1 $12.38
Tumble • Amazon Business $12.29 1 $12.29
Professor Figgy's Weather and Climate Science Lab for Kids: 52 Family-Friendly Activities Exploring Meteorology, Earth Systems, and Climate Change • Amazon Business $12.04 1 $12.04
No World Too Big: Young People Fighting Global Climate Change • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Story of Climate Change: A first book about how we can help save our planet • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
A Day in the Life of the Desert: 6 Desert Habitats, 108 Species, and How to Save Them (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $11.70 1 $11.70
Old Enough to Save the Planet: With a foreword from the leaders of the School Strike for Climate Change (Changemakers) • Amazon Business $11.50 1 $11.50
Team Trash: A Time Traveler's Guide to Sustainability (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $11.43 1 $11.43
The Last Plastic Straw: A Plastic Problem and Finding Ways to Fix It (Books for a Better Earth) • Amazon Business $11.19 1 $11.19
Using Solar Farms to Fight Climate Change (Fighting Climate Change With Science) • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
The Forever Forest: Discover the Importance of Saving Our Planet in the Perfect Activist Book for Kids (Discusses Conservation, Climate Change, and Endangered Animals) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Wind Power: Sailboats, Windmills, and Wind Turbines (A True Book: Alternative Energy) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95

Materials cost

$765.96

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $70.09

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$877.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$154.86

Total project goal

$1,032.40

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