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Thank you, again, for helping make these materials accessible for our classroom and students!","fullyFundedDate":1749926299582,"projectUrl":"project/creating-comfortable-cozy-classroom-env/9397068/","projectTitle":"Creating Comfortable, Cozy Classroom Environment and Reading Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blessing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050225_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749671659754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050225"},{"teacherId":7528999,"projectId":9515460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this special project. My sweet pre k class is having such a ball with all of the dramatic play materials. We have used our new babies for special baby circle time, and they take such great care of the babies. \r\nWe love story time! My class loves a good book. I love to see how engaged they are when I am reading a classic that they love! We have been using a lot of interactive props, such as our puppet Pete to keep the attention. \r\nI want to throw out a huge thank you to not just donors choose, but also Berkeley!! Berkeley you are funding so many big dreams of mine, and supporting the love of reading to all of my seeet pre k babies! You are all amazing! Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1755714428314,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-adventures-reading-and-center-tim/9515460/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Adventures: Reading and Center Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7528999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655940673306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7528999"},{"teacherId":7528999,"projectId":9288573,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my book force project! My class is so excited to help me open up the boxes, and see what books are inside! \r\nI have been utilizing the sequence puzzles each morning with my students. We are working on one to one correspondence and number order through ten. They are so excited to \"play\" with me for a few moments by themselves. It is so rewarding to have my little pre k students look forward to small group and individualization time!\r\nThese books are building essential language and literacy skills for all of my littles. Thank you again for all that you do for teachers and our future little leaders of the world.","fullyFundedDate":1746785882583,"projectUrl":"project/the-book-force-a-journey-through-math/9288573/","projectTitle":"The Book Force! A journey through math and science.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7528999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655940673306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7528999"},{"teacherId":7528999,"projectId":9261246,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of these amazing resources! We have been enjoying the materials so much. We are really utilizing all of the shape center materials. I have them set up for our table work in the morning, and using them in our small groups as well. \r\nI have to put out at least two sets at a time. The engagement and interest is very high for all of our sorting activities. My students are staying engaged, and they love to show off their new skills.\r\nWe are going to expand our sorting areas with drawing shapes as well. As always, we can't get enough story time in our classroom! We are building up our literacy and language skills. Thank you so much for all you do!","fullyFundedDate":1746785809730,"projectUrl":"project/counting-on-a-good-book/9261246/","projectTitle":"Counting on a Good Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7528999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655940673306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7528999"},{"teacherId":3665231,"projectId":7490446,"letterContent":"The new books have opened a world of opportunities for my Pre-K students to grow their early literacy skills. These texts allow us to explore foundational concepts such as identifying letters and sounds, recognizing sight words, and developing comprehension through simple, engaging storylines. Many of the books include vibrant illustrations, which help students practice making predictions, retelling events in sequence, and expanding their vocabulary. By weaving in themes like friendship, problem-solving, and emotions, these stories also foster important social-emotional skills that set the stage for future learning.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading time is a lively and interactive experience. We gather on the carpet, and I model expressive reading while encouraging students to join in with repetitive phrases or sound out familiar words. Students take turns exploring the books during center time, often \"reading\" to a peer by narrating the pictures or recalling lines from memory. We use the books for whole-group read-alouds, small group guided reading, and independent browsing, creating a rich, print-filled environment where stories are part of our daily rhythm.\r\n\r\nSeveral children have formed special connections with these new books. One student who was previously hesitant to participate during group time now eagerly selects a favorite animal story to share with the class, practicing her speaking skills as she describes each page. Another student, who is developing English as a second language, has found comfort in picture books with clear visuals and repetitive text, which help him link new words to familiar images. These moments remind me that the gift of books is more than just adding to our library—it's giving each child a personal doorway into the joy of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1692063731332,"projectUrl":"project/adventures-await-books-unleash-imagina/7490446/","projectTitle":"\"Adventures Await: Books Unleash Imagination in Pre-K!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3665231_orig.jpg?crop=642,642,x0,y263&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632401350790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3665231"},{"teacherId":7528999,"projectId":9236688,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project for my pre-k classroom. You are making such an impact in the lives of my little class, as well as countless pre-k students to come. I had the blessing to teach these amazing little children this year. As I share this note, I am still wiping my own tears since the year has ended.\r\n The books brought giggles and engagement throughout our room. The white boards were used for my artists and authors. I am\r\nSharing some of my favorite photos so that you can see their contagious smiles. I really can't thank you enough for all the support you have shared with us! \r\nI hope you have an amazing summer.","fullyFundedDate":1744222107965,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-station-story-and-art-cente/9236688/","projectTitle":"Imagination Station: Story and Art Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7528999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655940673306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7528999"},{"teacherId":7528999,"projectId":8768863,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to tell you how thankful we are for your amazing donation to my recent project. This project has been my favorite so far. My pre k class has been able to adapt the items for this project into so many different learning opportunities. \r\nWe have converted our dramatic play area to a pizza shop, medical office, dental office, grocery store, and most recently our fairytale theatre. These sweet children are learning all about community helpers, several different story genres, music, ELA, and math skills. \r\nThank you for supporting my class. 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