Turning Struggles Into Strengths: A Space for Literacy
Help me give my students culturally and linguistically representative books; high-interest, decodable, and instructional-level texts; a kidney-shaped table; organizational materials including a file cabinet; filing folders; poetry books; and book bags or totes.
$2,132 goal
This project expired on October 8, 2025.
This project expired on October 8, 2025.
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
As a special educator in Boston Public Schools, I work with some of our most resilient and determined learners—students who are working incredibly hard to become confident, joyful readers. Many of them face significant challenges when it comes to reading, and it's my mission to create a learning environment that supports their growth, reflects their identities, and fuels their motivation.
To do this, I’m requesting several key materials that will help transform our small-group reading space:
The group table will provide a dedicated, spacious, and comfortable place for me to meet with small groups daily. This table is large enough to fit materials and allow every student to engage fully in instruction.
The Achieve It! Fourth Grade Genre Collection: Poetry and Rhyme Variety Pack (Set of 20) will help my students build fluency and enjoy the rhythm and creativity of language—especially important for those who need alternative ways to connect with text.
The Achieve It! Multipublisher Guided Reading Level K Variety Pack (Grade 2, Set of 16 Titles) offers just-right, high-interest texts that meet students where they are developmentally. These accessible books will allow struggling readers to experience success and build confidence.
In addition, I’m requesting culturally and linguistically representative books and book bags so students can read at home, and a file cabinet with folders to help me stay organized and track their progress. With your support, I can create a classroom that supports both academic growth and a deep love for reading.
Thank you for helping us build a space where every child feels capable, valued, and ready to thrive.
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
50 students impacted
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Achieve It! Fourth Grade Genre Collection Poetry and Rhyme Variety Pack, Set Of 20 - Grade 4 - Kids
• School Specialty
$198.97
1
$198.97
Achieve It! Multipublisher Guided Reading Level K : Variety Pack, Grade 2, Set of 16 Titles, Red - Kids
• School Specialty
$176.99
1
$176.99
Achieve It! Guided Reading Class Pack Book Collection, Reading Level E & F, Grade 1, Set of 16 Titles, Red - Kids
• School Specialty
$144.74
1
$144.74
Achieve It! Remarkable Women Independent Library: Variety Book Pack, Grades 2 to 3, Set of 10 - Grades 2-3 - Kids
• School Specialty
$129.52
1
$129.52
Achieve It! Guided Reading Class Pack Book Collection, Reading Levels M & N, Grade 3, Set of 16 Titles, Red - Kids
• School Specialty
$122.99
1
$122.99
Teling Thick Clear Book Pouches with Blank Name Tags and Handles Book Bags Organizer for School Classroom Library Pockets Students(10 x 12 Inch,Black,12 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$24.99
3
$74.97
Achieve It! Take Home Bag Striving Readers, Grades 4 - Grade 4 - Kids
• School Specialty
$54.14
1
$54.14
4 Book Set: Native American Paperback Book Club (ages 8-12) - The Sea in Winter, We Still Belong, How I Became a Ghost, Ancestor Approved
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$52.00
1
$52.00
Magnetic Folder Bins - Set of 3
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$39.99
1
$39.99
Achieve It! Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol: Variety Book Pack, Grades 1 to 3, Set of 5 - Grades 1-3 - Kids
• School Specialty
$35.32
1
$35.32
Achieve It! King and Kayla Books Variety Pack, Grades 2 to 3, Set of 4 - Grades 2-3 - Kids
• School Specialty
$32.77
1
$32.77
Achieve It! Mercy Watson Collection: Variety Book Pack, Grades 1 to 3, Set of 4 - Grades 1-3 - Kids
• School Specialty
$28.27
1
$28.27
30 Pack Hanging File Folders, Letter Size with 1/5-Cut Adjustable Tabs, 6 Selected Color - File Folder Organizer for Filing Cabinet Office Home, Designed for Bulky Files, Medical Charts
• Amazon Business
$23.74
1
$23.74
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5 - Paperback Book
• AKJ Education
$21.86
1
$21.86
Frogs The Amazing Frog Book for Kids: 100+ Amazing Frog Facts, Photos, Quiz & More (Animal Books for Kids)
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
History Smashers: The American Revolution
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
In My Backyard - I SEE A FROG - Paperback Book
• AKJ Education
$5.95
1
$5.95
Kids' Guide to American History - A Kids' Guide to the American Revolution - Paperback Book
• AKJ Education
$5.10
1
$5.10
DK Readers Level 3: Sports Legends
• Amazon Business
$4.92
1
$4.92
Explore My World - Explore My World Frogs - Paperback Book
• AKJ Education
$3.64
1
$3.64
Materials cost
$1,662.31
Vendor shipping charges
$94.37
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$24.93
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,811.61
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$319.70
Total project goal
$2,131.31
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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