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Unlocking Worlds: A Classroom Library for English Learners

Help me give my students a comfortable reading space with plush carpeting and soft pillows to help my students feel relaxed and immersed in their books.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

A classroom library tailored for English learners is a vital component of an inclusive and effective educational environment. Firstly, such a resource provides diverse reading materials that cater to the varied linguistic needs and interests of English learners. Access to books in different genres, levels of difficulty, and formats allows students to engage with English language literature at their own pace and comfort level. This exposure not only enhances their language skills but also fosters a love for reading, essential for long-term academic success.

Secondly, a well-stocked classroom library serves as a valuable supplement to formal instruction by providing resources for independent study and practice.

From bilingual dictionaries to grammar guides, these materials offer support outside of the structured classroom setting, empowering students to take ownership of their language learning journey. By encouraging self-directed exploration and providing tools for autonomous learning, educators can cultivate students' confidence and proficiency in English, ultimately preparing them for academic and personal success.

Finally, a classroom library represents a commitment to equity and inclusivity in education. For English learners who may face barriers to accessing books and resources outside of school, a diverse and accessible library ensures that all students have equitable opportunities to develop their literacy skills and succeed academically. By investing in these materials, educators not only support the language development of English learners but also create a more inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

Ms. Rodriguez
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Scallop Border Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6" - Black • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
Harry Potter Hardcover Boxed Set: Books 1-7 (Slipcase) • Amazon Business $157.74 1 $157.74
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $20.79 3 $62.37
HIGOGOGO Round Solid Color Floor Pillow, Tufted Meditation Pillow for Seating on Floor Thick Seat Cushion Meditation Cushion for Yoga Living Room Sofa Balcony Outdoor, Sky Blue, 22x22 Inch • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
A Teacher’s Guide to Interactive Writing: The Classroom Essentials Series • Amazon Business $25.21 1 $25.21
Hábitos atómicos: Cambios pequeños, resultados extraordinarios • Amazon Business $23.22 1 $23.22
La maldición del titán. Novela gráfica / The Titan's Curse: The Graphic Novel (Percy Jackson y los dioses del olimpo / Percy Jackson and the Olympians) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
El Señor de los Anillos 1: La Comunidad del Anillo (TV Tie-In) / The Lord of the Rings 1: The Fellowship of the Ring (TV Tie-In) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $16.69 1 $16.69
Los Juegos del hambre / The Hunger Games (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
El arte de la guerra (Pensamiento ilustrado) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $13.70 1 $13.70
La sombra del viento / Shadow of the Wind (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
English for Everyone: Teacher's Guide: ESL Teaching Materials and Lesson Plans for English Language Learners • Amazon Business $13.39 1 $13.39
Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal / Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $13.19 1 $13.19
El cielo caído (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
La distancia entre nosotros (Atria Espanol) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $12.29 1 $12.29
El ladrón del rayo/ The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson y los dioses del olimpo / Percy Jackson and the Olympians) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
24 Pack Magnetic Clips Fridge Magnets Whiteboard Magnets Clips, Magnet Clips for Teacher Supplies, Clips Magnets Refrigerator Magnets for Photo Displays Memo Note • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
ESL Games for Teens & Adults: No Prep ESL Games for the Classroom. Perfect Teaching Materials for TEFL Lesson Plans (Games, Warmers & Fillers) (ESL Activities) • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Las tres pruebas (2nd Edition) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
Dual Language Spanish Short Stories. Cuentos Españoles.: Parallel Text Spanish Short Stories. Level Intermediate (Riverbridge Dual Language Spanish Short Stories) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
LOVIMAG 16Pcs Strong Fridge Magnets,Black Refrigerator Magnets, Push Pin Magnets,Strong Whiteboard Magnets for Locker, Map, Kitchen, Office, School, Adults • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sentence Building Workbook: A collection of fill-in the blanks worksheets to practice reading comprehension and writing sight words • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost

$681.64

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$55.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$777.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$137.19

Total project goal

$914.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$914.60

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$914.60

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