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These hands-on experiences are making reading fun and more meaningful and help students express what they've learned in a fun and memorable way.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of origami paper, triangular crayons, and reusable dry-erase materials, students are strengthening essential fine motor skills while also building focus and confidence. Origami lessons introduced patience and problem-solving, while triangular crayons helped our littlest learners develop proper writing habits. \r\n\r\nThis project will continue to make a lasting impact in our library by turning story time into creative time—where imagination meets literacy. Every fold, sketch, and colorful creation will remind students that reading doesn't just happen in a book; it inspires art, design, and innovation. 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Providing these new copies ensured that the stories our students love most are always accessible, allowing us to maintain the positive reading momentum these popular titles create.\r\n\r\nThe simple act of providing fresh books had an immediate and profound impact. It successfully fostered a powerful sense of pride in the library's collection among our students and signaling that we valued their favorite stories enough to keep them in pristine condition. This maintenance allowed us to sustain an environment where every book was engaging, inviting, and readily available for the next reader. When students interacted with the new, high-quality books, their learning experience was immediately elevated, reinforcing the idea that reading is a treasured activity.","fullyFundedDate":1756438339455,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-back-our-favorite-reads/9308737/","projectTitle":"Bringing Back Our Favorite Reads!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Covarrubia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4683573_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504388605275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4683573"},{"teacherId":4683573,"projectId":9238792,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, we successfully ensured that our youngest learners were able to start their educational experience on the strongest possible footing.\r\n\r\nFor these emergent readers, the picture books we acquired proved to be the essential building blocks of literacy. These resources skillfully combined colorful illustrations, rich language, and relatable characters, effectively captivating their attention and igniting their imaginations. This foundation was critical: the books actively worked to build robust vocabulary, supported their early literacy development, and successfully taught crucial academic skills such as sequencing, prediction, and comprehension.\r\n\r\nYour commitment ensures they have the foundational tools needed to become confident readers, critical thinkers, and empowered individuals. Thank you for partnering with us; your support makes our library the hub of literacy for our entire school community this year.","fullyFundedDate":1747191618960,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-picture-book-collection-par/9238792/","projectTitle":"Growing Our Picture Book Collection, Part II","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Covarrubia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4683573_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504388605275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4683573"},{"teacherId":9879749,"projectId":9262466,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation of educational durability resources. These resources not only help preserve activities but also ensure that students can continue to learn and engage with them time after time without wear and tear. Your support strengthens our ability to provide a hands-on, interactive learning environment where students can actively participate and grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students will be able to focus more on learning and less on worrying about damaged or unusable materials. The durability of these resources allows us to be more creative, flexible, and efficient in our teaching, which ultimately benefits every child in the classroom. Thank you for believing in the value of education and for investing in tools that will continue to inspire curiosity, creativity, and success in our students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1745846957269,"projectUrl":"project/educational-durability/9262466/","projectTitle":"Educational Durability","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosa Isela Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9879749_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735421639549","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9879749"},{"teacherId":4683573,"projectId":9237854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school library and helping us grow our picture book collection! Your generosity is opening the door to a world of imagination, learning, and joy for our youngest readers.\r\n\r\nPicture books are where the reading journey begins. 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I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to my Donors Choose project, which allowed me to purchase a colored printer for my classroom. Your support has made a meaningful impact, and I want to share how it has directly benefited my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, I have been able to print vibrant, engaging hands-on activities that have significantly enhanced the learning experience in my classroom. These materials have been used in my small group instruction and in our learning centers, where students engage in activities that not only make learning fun but also help them grasp key concepts in an interactive and visual way. The printer has enabled me to create flashcards, and other colorful resources that have captured my students' attention.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I've seen a significant increase in my students' participation and excitement during lessons the excitement on their faces as they engage with these materials is truly priceless. Your donation has contributed to their academic growth and helped me create a more dynamic and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for your support and the difference you've made in my students' education. Thank you for investing in their futures and for helping me make my classroom a more vibrant and effective space for learning. 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