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Having a say in what they read is so empowering, and it makes a huge difference in how deeply they connect with the material. These new titles will inspire curiosity, spark conversations, and help build lifelong readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us create a classroom that reflects their voices, their choices, and their potential. Your kindness is already making a difference, and we can't wait to share the impact once everything arrives!","fullyFundedDate":1759166414078,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-cozy-reads-making-our-cl/9594020/","projectTitle":"Bright Ideas & Cozy Reads: Making Our Classroom Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laverriere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5884449_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537198227913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laverriere"},{"teacherId":5884449,"projectId":9721799,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 5th grade classroom and funding our DonorsChoose project for the I Survived graphic novels!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students will soon have access to a collection of exciting, high-interest books that they chose themselves. These graphic novels are a perfect fit for our readers — they're fast-paced, full of action, and bring important moments in history to life in a way that's easy to connect with.\r\n\r\nOur students were thrilled just at the idea of getting to read books they picked out themselves. They've been talking about which ones they're most excited to read, and we can already feel the energy building. These books will not only support literacy growth, but also help build confidence and a love of reading in every student.\r\n\r\nWe can't wait to welcome the books into our classroom and will be sure to share the excitement and impact once they arrive. Your generosity is making a real difference — thank you for being part of our learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1759166413620,"projectUrl":"project/self-selected-i-survived-graphic-nov/9721799/","projectTitle":"Self-Selected: \"I Survived\" Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laverriere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5884449_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537198227913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laverriere"},{"teacherId":3657291,"projectId":9594084,"letterContent":"On behalf of my fifth grade students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of stools for our small group table. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe new stools have created a more flexible, comfortable, and engaging learning environment. Our small group area is now a welcoming space where students feel excited to collaborate, share ideas, and grow together. It's amazing how something as simple as a stool can transform the way we learn and connect. Students are excited to join our small group space and feel proud of their classroom!\r\n\r\nYour kindness and investment in our students' education is deeply appreciated. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us build a space where learning thrives.","fullyFundedDate":1756989795215,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-comfortable-small-group-learn/9594084/","projectTitle":"Creating a Comfortable Small Group Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plausteiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3657291_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559746485785","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3657291"},{"teacherId":9994279,"projectId":9247990,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our project helping our library stay current and relevant. Because of you, our library is now filled with brand-new non-fiction books, and our 3rd to 5th graders are already diving into them.\r\n\r\nThe students' excitement is amazing. They are checking out books on everything from the latest space discoveries to recent historical events. They really love the vibrant photos and large size books. Your donation didn't just provide books; it gave our 650 students access to the most accurate and up-to-date information, helping them become informed and critical thinkers.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a huge difference in our school. Thank you for investing in our students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1744206176049,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-for-the-masses/9247990/","projectTitle":"Non-Fiction for the Masses!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9994279_orig.jpg?crop=2204,2204,x100,y425&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744159578334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9994279"},{"teacherId":5884449,"projectId":9500154,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our classroom feel more like home! Because of your generosity, we now will have a beautiful new rocking chair and cushion that will become a favorite spot for reading, sharing stories, and enjoying special moments together.\r\n\r\nThis chair will not only provide comfort, but it will also help create a welcoming and inviting space where students feel encouraged to relax, focus, and dive into the joy of reading. I know my fifth graders will love taking turns using it during our read-alouds and independent reading time. It will also become a favorite spot of mine. \r\n\r\nYour kindness sends an important message to my students—that people in our community believe in them, in their learning, and in creating positive, lasting change. 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I know that same excitement will be sparked in my new group of students as they dive into these books. Your gift will inspire curiosity, fuel their love of reading, and help them connect a personal passion to learning.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and for making it possible to bring these books into our classroom. You've made a real difference for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1751067381855,"projectUrl":"project/sports-cars-books-for-car-enthusiasts/9239594/","projectTitle":"Sports Cars Books for Car Enthusiasts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laverriere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5884449_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537198227913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laverriere"},{"teacherId":5884449,"projectId":9131703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our book project! My 5th grade students were so excited to see the new books arrive—and even more excited that they were all about topics that interest them. These high-interest books are already helping spark a love of reading in some of our most reluctant readers. For me, that's what these book projects are all about - creating a deeper interest in reading that was not there before. \r\n\r\nYour generosity means a lot to us. 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The Axolotls are our favorite, although the breathing tracers are fun, too! \r\n\r\nThe items we received are essential to the development of coping skills for elementary age students who experience severe ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, and more. Students can feel emotionally disregulated throughout the day and often need adults to support them. The materials we received have helped us tremendously!","fullyFundedDate":1740564281787,"projectUrl":"project/resilience-and-growth-mindset/9083127/","projectTitle":"Resilience and Growth Mindset","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Babyak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4379251_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536851049047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-babyak"},{"teacherId":4379251,"projectId":9146533,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the variety of snacks we received. The students have enjoyed eating them, and they have helped us prevent hunger as we near the end of the year. Students often lack adequate nutrition, and honestly, the portion sizes for lunches at school are very small. \r\n\r\nI have at least three students a day who access a snack in my room due to food insecurities. The impact of having so many choices has been felt. The students are not complaining of hunger as frequently, and seem less stressed at school because they know they will have access to healthy food choices.","fullyFundedDate":1742303230297,"projectUrl":"project/dont-let-us-be-hangry/9146533/","projectTitle":"Don't Let Us Be Hangry!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Babyak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4379251_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536851049047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-babyak"},{"teacherId":5884449,"projectId":9020219,"letterContent":"Words cannot fully express the gratitude we feel for your kindness and generosity. Because of your support, my 5th-grade students now have access to books they personally selected—stories and topics that excite, inspire, and engage them in ways that make learning truly come alive.\r\n\r\nThe moment these books arrived, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Students eagerly unboxed them, sharing their choices with friends and immediately diving into reading. For many, this was the first time they had a book that truly reflected their interests, whether it was an adventurous fantasy, a thought-provoking mystery, or a book that helped them understand the world around them.\r\n\r\nYour gift has done more than fill our shelves—it has ignited a passion for reading. Students who struggle to connect with books have begged for extra reading time. They are discussing stories with enthusiasm, making recommendations to their classmates, and most importantly, developing a lifelong love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1740564281889,"projectUrl":"project/self-selected-books-for-5th-graders/9020219/","projectTitle":"Self-Selected Books for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laverriere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5884449_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537198227913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laverriere"},{"teacherId":3723938,"projectId":8707696,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting STEM at CK Burns by contributing to this Donors Choose Project to purchase additional Spike Prime robots to be used by 30 classrooms. \r\n\r\nThe grade 4 students were the first ones able to run a multi-week unit where their work continued uninterrupted and students were able to work at their own pace. They built robots with wheels, programmed them to run a square by using a repeat block. Some students went further and programmed an ultrasonic sensor to \"see\" and stop a certain distance away, and use a robotic arm to pull a block back 20 cm. A few students had enough time to learn about light sensors and were able to get the robot to stop at a red line, and follow a red line. \r\n\r\nNext the grade 5 students will be able to work on a 5-week self-paced project! Once again, thank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1735589353485,"projectUrl":"project/robotic-success/8707696/","projectTitle":"Robotic Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trottier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3723938_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470351333540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-trottier"},{"teacherId":9872200,"projectId":9003163,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project! I specifically was looking for more historical fiction books for our spring book clubs, and my students are very excited to read some of these! A lot of my previous books were either missing, or falling apart, and this project has allowed my students to read something new and different! I selected books that my students have not read, and we have been drumming up excitement for our historical fiction unit when they'll finally be able to read!\r\n\r\nDuring historical book clubs, students will research the time and the place in their books, create time lines, and finish off with projects they present to the class. It's one of our last reading units of the year, and students love working with partners. 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