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It encouraged them to think outside the box, persevere through challenges, and celebrate small victories as a team. The escape room also provided opportunities for problem-solving and critical thinking—skills that will serve them well far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not only enriched our curriculum but has also reminded my students that there are people in their community who care deeply about their learning. Knowing that someone believes in them motivates them to give their best effort every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Because of your support, my students were able to experience learning in a way that was memorable, meaningful, and full of excitement. 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Each new title has quickly found eager readers, and it has been truly wonderful to watch students' excitement as they explore the classroom library shelves and discover new favorites.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided have already begun to make a difference in our daily reading routines. During independent reading time, students are choosing from a more diverse selection that allows them to read at their level and pursue topics they love. \r\n\r\nFor some of my reluctant readers, your donation has transformed reading from a task into a joy. Having books that truly capture their interests—whether through adventurous plots, inspiring characters, or beautiful illustrations—has motivated them to read more often and with greater confidence. The excitement is contagious; students are now recommending books to each other and sharing what they've learned, building a genuine classroom community of readers.\r\n\r\nYour kindness also sends an important message to my students: that their learning matters and that people in their community believe in them. Knowing that someone cared enough to invest in their education gives them a sense of pride and belonging. They are not only growing as readers but also as young citizens who understand the value of generosity and gratitude.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, I cannot thank you enough for helping foster a love of reading that will stay with my students for years to come. The books you donated are more than materials for lessons—they are tools for imagination, connection, and growth. 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They immediately began brainstorming ways to use it for reading, research, and interactive projects.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful ways we've been able to use the iPad is for literacy and reading enrichment. Several of my students are working to improve their reading fluency and comprehension, and the educational apps and eBooks available on the iPad have allowed them to practice these skills at their own pace. They love listening to stories, recording their own reading, and using interactive comprehension games to reinforce what they've learned. For some of my reluctant readers, this technology has made reading feel more accessible and fun—an incredible transformation to witness.\r\n\r\nWe've also begun integrating the iPad into our science and social studies lessons. Students can now explore National Park virtual tours, watch educational videos, and engage in research with ease. 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On state testing they went from a 29% of students with learning gains to 48%. This data shows how with engaging reading students can improve their reading levels and make huge gains.\r\nThank you for giving them this opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1733172807666,"projectUrl":"project/ssyra-books-for-fluency-in-5th-grade/8572598/","projectTitle":"SSYRA Books for Fluency in 5th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hatch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3686474_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733363144292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hatchin4th"},{"teacherId":3686474,"projectId":8705840,"letterContent":"These stools have totally transformed the classroom. It allows students to have flexible seating to meet their acadmic goals. They use them daily for centers and small group. They are now able to work collaboratively with peers to complete tasks in a more efficient way. 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