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Experiencing a story together creates meaningful conversations and shared moments that make reading more exciting and impactful.\r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible for every student to be part of this learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1757683072771,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-novel-study/9633122/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Novel Study","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8607542_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690920867912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8607542"},{"teacherId":8607542,"projectId":9502215,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is now filled with the materials we need to support meaningful, engaging learning every day.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem simple, but they make a powerful difference. 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