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First, we are creating custom \"book buttons\" as special prizes for our reading challenges, which has been a huge motivator for our readers, they love wearing their literacy accomplishments on their backpacks! Second, we are making official leadership buttons for our student assistant librarians. These badges give our student leaders a strong sense of pride and ensure everyone in the library knows exactly who to ask for help when the librarian isn't available.\r\n\r\nThe joy on our students' faces as they press their own designs into real, shiny buttons has been incredible to watch. In fact, their enthusiasm is contagious, and they are already brainstorming fantastic new ideas for how to use it next, from design-your-own spirit buttons for school events to kindness campaign badges. Your thoughtful gift is empowering our students, encouraging reading, and building leadership skills every single day. 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We are using the new ABC and writing center materials during our daily literacy rotations, where students practice forming letters, building simple words, and expressing their ideas through drawing and early writing.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, the excitement was immediate. Students gathered around the writing center with wide eyes, eager to touch, explore, and begin creating. What used to feel like a challenging task has now become one of their favorite parts of the day.\r\n\r\n Your support has made a lasting impact—not just in building early literacy skills, but in helping our students see themselves as capable, confident writers. Thank you for helping us lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1774963761396,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-writers-hands-on-abc-/10102835/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Writers: Hands-On ABC & Writing Centers for PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shugert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9016012_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x247,y103&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682631729211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shugert"},{"teacherId":5655853,"projectId":9878638,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our \"Traveling Library\" to life! This project has completely transformed how our youngest learners at George Bush Elementary interact with books. 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Because of your generosity, my students now have access to resources that allow them to explore creativity, collaboration, and performance in ways that were not previously possible. The materials have made our classroom more engaging and have given students the opportunity to experience theatre in a hands-on and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWith these new resources, my students have been able to practice important theatre skills such as character development, stage movement, and teamwork. The materials have helped bring our lessons to life, allowing students to feel more confident when expressing themselves and performing in front of others. Many of my students had never experienced theatre production before, and your support has opened the door for them to discover new talents and interests.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a lasting difference in our classroom. My students are more excited about learning and are developing skills in communication, creativity, and collaboration that will benefit them far beyond the stage. Thank you for investing in their education and helping create opportunities for them to grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771537112587,"projectUrl":"project/how-posters-and-theatre-can-impact-stude/10102574/","projectTitle":"How Posters and Theatre Can Impact Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dalton Glover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9455609_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706899921375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9455609"},{"teacherId":9455609,"projectId":10102552,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for the materials you helped provide for my theatre class. 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My students are more excited about learning and are developing skills in communication, creativity, and collaboration that will benefit them far beyond the stage. Thank you for investing in their education and helping create opportunities for them to grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771431680699,"projectUrl":"project/music-theater-class-materials/10102552/","projectTitle":"Music & Theater Class Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dalton Glover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9455609_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706899921375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9455609"},{"teacherId":8964415,"projectId":9883220,"letterContent":"The arrival of the pencils, colors, markers, and desk baskets has completely shifted the energy in our room. For the first time, every student has a designated home for their supplies right at their fingertips. 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