This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Students
"Once you learn to read, you will be forever free." ~Frederick Douglass~
Every day, I welcome 60 first grade minds into my classroom who simply cannot wait to learn to read.
They know that reading unlocks a whole new world of freedom and adventure.
Located in Washington, DC, my students attend a Title I school where 99% of our students receive free or reduced lunch. When my students arrive to 1st grade, many of them are still getting comfortable with books and are reading below grade level. Despite this, I expect that all my students be reading on or above grade level by the end of the school year-and most importantly, my students and I are striving to build our love of reading together. Our school's vision is "a child-centered and diverse learning community that provides each student with the opportunity, resources and foundation to reach his or her full potential, achieve well-rounded citizenship and enjoy multicultural enrichment in a safe, supportive and challenging environment". My students' constant love of learning fosters an environment of adventure, growth and support in my classroom.
My Project
I am hoping to give these books to my students as a gift for winter break. A lot of my students don't have a lot of books that they can call their own. When they aren't in school, it is so important that they continue to have exposure to books and practice reading independently. This project would help to make sure that they have at least one book to read on their level over winter break. I also would like to give my student a pencil and eraser to use over break so they keep up with their writing! I can't wait to see their smiling faces when they get their new gifts!
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