Unlocking Literacy: Diverse and Engaging Books for Every Reader
Help me give my students high-interest graphic novels, bilingual books for newcomers, and Orton-Gillingham passage books to enhance our classroom library and support diverse student needs in literacy development.
$502 goal
This project expired on July 13, 2025.
This project expired on July 13, 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
To help students thrive, we are requesting funding to expand our classroom library with high-interest graphic novels, bilingual books for newcomers, and Orton-Gillingham passage books for students struggling with reading.
In our classroom, we are committed to fostering a love of reading while addressing the diverse learning needs of our students.
High-interest graphic novels are a powerful tool for engaging reluctant readers. Their vibrant illustrations and compelling stories capture the attention of students, encouraging them to read more frequently and develop stronger literacy skills. By introducing these types of books, we can help foster a passion for reading in even the most disengaged students.
Bilingual books are essential for our newcomer students, many of whom are still mastering English. These books, which feature both English and their native language, will help bridge language barriers, build vocabulary, and promote literacy in both languages. This is crucial for ensuring that every student feels welcomed and supported as they transition into an English-speaking classroom.
Finally, Orton-Gillingham passage books will provide targeted support for students struggling with reading. These books are designed using the Orton-Gillingham approach, a well-known, evidence-based method for teaching reading to students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. The passages will help struggling readers build confidence and improve their decoding and fluency skills.
Together, these resources will create a more inclusive, engaging, and supportive reading environment for all students, helping them to succeed academically and develop a lifelong love of reading.
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
45 students impacted
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• Amazon Business
$10.99
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Materials cost
$354.67
Vendor shipping charges
$3.52
Sales tax
$32.45
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.32
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$425.96
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$75.17
Total project goal
$501.13
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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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. Vigil and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
