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This helps me give them feedback and additional practice where they need it most.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make math practice meaningful and fun for my students. Your support has given us more ways to reinforce learning, celebrate progress, and help students feel prepared to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1764689520578,"projectUrl":"project/story-problems-made-simple-through-math/9547500/","projectTitle":"Story Problems Made Simple Through Math Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manthey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp248982_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746022631481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nataliemanthey"},{"teacherId":248982,"projectId":9546589,"letterContent":"These multiplication and division games and resources have made a wonderful difference in our classroom! 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The students are going to look back on this unit with fond memories because you were able to make the learning real and tangible through your generous donations! \r\n\r\nThe students will remember this experience and your kindness every time they look at their geode. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1786373321301,"projectUrl":"project/give-me-a-break-or-a-rock-to-break/10279778/","projectTitle":"Give Me a Break (Or a Rock to Break)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hodge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/598711"},{"teacherId":598711,"projectId":10214795,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of dry erase boards! It is amazing how much use these versatile supplies are getting. 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Having engaging, hands-on materials makes daily phonics practice more meaningful and helps students build skills that support fluent reading and writing. These resources allow me to provide targeted practice and meet students where they are, helping every learner grow as a successful reader.","fullyFundedDate":1778608950366,"projectUrl":"project/level-2-fundations/10179492/","projectTitle":"Level 2 Fundations","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mosbey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2479118_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475243435543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mosbey"},{"teacherId":2479118,"projectId":10117995,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact on my students by turning the writing process into an engaging, hands-on experience. 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This is especially important as students prepare for state testing, where they will need to confidently navigate technology while demonstrating what they know.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited about having new ways to practice their skills beyond traditional paper-and-pencil activities. The interactive format makes learning feel more engaging, and students enjoy being able to work independently and see their progress. These resources also allow me to provide students with practice that better matches their individual needs while still keeping them connected to grade-level standards.\r\n\r\nI have especially enjoyed seeing students who may be hesitant during whole-group lessons become more confident when working with these materials. Having another way to practice gives them the opportunity to work at their own pace, build independence, and experience success. Your support has helped us create a classroom where students have the resources they need to strengthen their skills, build confidence, and feel prepared for the challenges of third grade and state testing. Thank you for investing in our students and their success!","fullyFundedDate":1778960325109,"projectUrl":"project/standards-based-learning/10271715/","projectTitle":"Standards-Based Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10017212_orig.jpg?crop=1148,1148,x0,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776014064826","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10017212"},{"teacherId":598711,"projectId":10472789,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our need for copies of The Writing Revolution! Your generosity will allow us to provide our teachers with this amazing resource. We will be providing professional development and look forward to the positive shifts our teachers will be able to make in writing instruction based on the ideas presented in the book.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to get started and combine these strategies with the strong instruction that is already happening. Your support is making this new learning possible! We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1787593056750,"projectUrl":"project/revolutionizing-writing/10472789/","projectTitle":"Revolutionizing Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hodge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/598711"},{"teacherId":9903571,"projectId":10193372,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! 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