Thrilling Reads & Journals: Inspiring Creativity in the Classroom
Help me give my students thrilling books by Black authors and journals for reflection and creativity. These diverse stories will keep them engaged, while journals encourage self-expression and writing growth.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Garcia's classroom raised $481
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
The books I’m requesting will provide my students with thrilling, diverse stories—especially by Black authors—that they can see themselves in, keeping them engaged and excited about reading. Many students who struggle to find joy in literature are drawn to suspenseful, powerful narratives, and these books will help foster a love for reading. The journals will give them a space to reflect, express themselves, and strengthen their writing skills, building confidence in their academic and personal voices.
I aim to create a classroom environment where students are excited to read and write.
I want them to see literature as something that reflects their lives, challenges their perspectives, and sparks their creativity. I hope to nurture critical thinking, self-expression, and a deep appreciation for storytelling by providing these books and journals. Ultimately, I want my students to leave my class feeling empowered by the words they read and the ones they write.
My students are resilient, curious, and full of potential. Many juggle responsibilities beyond the classroom, yet they show up each day eager to learn. They deserve stories that reflect their experiences and challenges and books that make them feel seen and understood. They also deserve the chance to express themselves freely through writing, without the barriers of access to materials. Supporting this project means giving them the tools to discover their love for reading, develop their voices, and believe in the power of their own stories. Your generosity will leave a lasting impact on their learning and their lives. Thank you for being part of their journey!
More than three‑quarters 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
Heehee 2 Rotating Bookshelf 360 Display Floor Standing Bookcase Storage Rack for Kids&Adults Multi-Functional Bookshelf Organizer (2-Tier)
• Amazon Business
$89.00
1
$89.00
4 High School Favorites - Book Set #1 (ages 14+): Becoming, Black Enough, Just Mercy, Blackout (3 paperbacks, 1 hardcover) x MahoganyBooks
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$70.00
1
$70.00
TaoBary 24 Pcs A5 PU Leather Journals Notebook Bulk Colorful Tree Life Lined Journal Notebook Soft PU Leather Cover Ruled Writing Notebook for Writing Office School Home Business (Classic Colors)
• Amazon Business
$52.99
1
$52.99
Allegedly
• Amazon Business
$10.39
2
$20.78
Monday's Not Coming
• Amazon Business
$9.78
2
$19.56
Grown
• Amazon Business
$9.24
2
$18.48
The Weight of Blood
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Whiteout: A Novel
• Amazon Business
$11.68
1
$11.68
White Smoke
• Amazon Business
$11.01
1
$11.01
We Don't Swim Here
• Amazon Business
$9.51
1
$9.51
Let Me Hear a Rhyme
• Amazon Business
$9.49
1
$9.49
The Awakening of Malcolm X: A Novel
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
When You Look Like Us
• Amazon Business
$8.79
1
$8.79
This Is My America
• Amazon Business
$8.69
1
$8.69
Up All Night
• Amazon Business
$8.48
1
$8.48
Santa in the City
• Amazon Business
$6.71
1
$6.71
Not So Pure and Simple
• Amazon Business
$6.61
1
$6.61
Materials cost
$372.76
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.59
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$408.35
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$72.06
Total project goal
$480.41
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$480.41
9 Donors
-$380.20
Donations toward project cost
-$343.75
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.45
Matching donations from our partners
-$76.00
Match offers toward project cost
-$64.60
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Garcia and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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