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Your support made it possible for students to engage in a hands-on, memorable learning experience as they explored fractions in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nUsing real baking materials helped students see fractions come to life: measuring ingredients, comparing quantities, and understanding fractional parts with purpose and excitement. The activity not only strengthened their math skills but also built teamwork, confidence, and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to our students. Thank you for making a difference in their education and for helping create an experience they will remember long after the brownies were gone!","fullyFundedDate":1758867050038,"projectUrl":"project/baking-with-fractions/9714323/","projectTitle":"Baking With Fractions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gollob","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10085458"},{"teacherId":1087494,"projectId":9725281,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Your contribution allowed me to purchase a series of decodable books designed for older readers. Students are practicing needed phonics concepts while reading books that are high-interest and engaging. Students love this series and are excited to continue reading to find out what happens to the characters!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, I've been able to use these materials with multiple groups of students in several grade levels. Students are practicing decoding skills and reading fluency. We've even used some of the books to create a \"movie\" for students to practice reading aloud.\r\n\r\nAt all times but especially in this time, your support of our public schools is vital. Together we are building the world we want to live in. Thank you for your contribution to this mission.","fullyFundedDate":1758819019406,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-books-for-older-readers/9725281/","projectTitle":"Decodable Books for Older Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1087494"},{"teacherId":9987158,"projectId":9468257,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of you, we were all abel to read the text together, and students were able to refer back to the text to find eveidve to support their ideas. When I asked one student about how 5th grade was going, her response affirmed that providing access to this text was the right decision. She said \"5th grade is amazing. It's hard, but hard in a good way. Like the book we are reading. It's complicated, but it's so good!\" \r\n\r\nStudents also grew academically. Because of being able to all talk and think about the same text together, students' summary skills increased more than we have seen in other years. Teachers and students could give each other detailed feedback that supported revision and growth.\r\n\r\nMany of our students are Latinx. Thank you for providing support that allowed students to grow as readers and to grow their love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1752910237718,"projectUrl":"project/class-sets-of-esperanza-rising-to-suppor/9468257/","projectTitle":"Class Sets of Esperanza Rising to Support Comprehension and Discussion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9987158_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754850682440","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9987158"},{"teacherId":10085458,"projectId":9481299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of math games to our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has already made a wonderful difference in how our students practice and master their multiplication facts. The games have turned what can sometimes feel like routine skill practice into lively, engaging activities that promote both fact fluency and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nStudents are working cooperatively, cheering one another on, and showing genuine excitement as they play. These opportunities to learn through collaboration and fun are helping them build confidence in their math abilities while strengthening teamwork and problem-solving skills. It's truly rewarding to see their enthusiasm grow each time they play.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom environment where learning feels joyful and connected. Thank you for helping make math meaningful, interactive, and engaging for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1753977080228,"projectUrl":"project/math-game-mania/9481299/","projectTitle":"Math Game Mania!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gollob","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10085458"},{"teacherId":10085458,"projectId":9481242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a class set of Esperanza Rising. Your contribution allowed every student to have their own copy, which made such a difference in building a sense of community and shared learning in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe used Esperanza Rising to strengthen reading comprehension skills, explore character development, and practice comparing and contrasting perspectives. Most importantly, this novel helps students connect deeply with themes of resilience, empathy, and human rights — values that guide many of our classroom discussions and projects.\r\n\r\nYour support gives our students meaningful opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow together. Thank you for helping make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1753400295484,"projectUrl":"project/hope-and-human-rights-through-literacy/9481242/","projectTitle":"Hope and Human Rights Through Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gollob","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10085458"},{"teacherId":3764590,"projectId":9051466,"letterContent":"The sensory room created through our DonorsChoose project has had a meaningful impact on our students' ability to regulate their emotions and engage in learning. The flexible seating options have provided students with the opportunity to choose the most comfortable and supportive environment for completing their classwork, which has led to improved focus and participation. The crash pad has become a valuable tool for students who benefit from both movement and deep pressure, helping them reset and return to the classroom ready to learn. Additionally, the weighted blanket has provided calming support for students who find comfort in pressure while laying down, reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation. Overall, students are actively using the sensory tools, showing progress in emotional regulation, and learning strategies to manage their \"big feelings\" in healthy, constructive ways. We are so grateful for the support that made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746680407786,"projectUrl":"project/calm-smiles-a-sensory-room-for-emotiona/9051466/","projectTitle":"Calm Smiles: A Sensory Room for Emotional & Behavioral Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gainer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3764590_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705954646407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3764590"},{"teacherId":3764590,"projectId":9052443,"letterContent":"We are using curriculum books to guide our social and emotional learning lessons. Reading Hey Awesome and Hey Warrior has helped students understand what is happening internally in their bodies that can lead to anxiety. Additionally, the workbook Starving the Anger Gremlin has taught them valuable skills for recognizing and managing anger.\r\n\r\nTo support emotional regulation, we've also introduced fidget tools you funded. 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