Classroom Basics

Funded Sep 2, 2024

Thank you so much for your incredible support in providing new books for our classroom library! These additions have been transformative for my students and their reading journey. With these texts, I've been able to teach critical skills like fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development, all while fostering a love for diverse genres. For instance, mystery books have helped students practice making predictions and inferences, while biographies have introduced them to historical figures and narrative structures. By providing engaging and relevant stories, your donation has opened the door to countless "aha!" moments for my students.

In our classroom, reading has taken on a whole new life. Students are exploring new genres, such as fantasy, historical fiction, and graphic novels, many for the first time. These books are not just sitting on the shelves—they are being devoured during independent reading time and discussed enthusiastically in our small groups. I have seen significant improvement in students' prosody as they practice reading aloud with expression and rhythm. For others, fluency has improved as they eagerly reread favorite passages to fully grasp the story. The excitement in the room during "book talk" time, where students recommend stories to their peers, is truly heartwarming.

One student, in particular, has especially benefited from your generosity. A reluctant reader at the beginning of the year, they discovered a series of adventure books among the new additions. Since then, I've noticed a complete transformation; they're now often the first to open a book and the last to close it at the end of the day. The joy they've found in reading has also boosted their confidence in other areas of learning. Moments like these are a direct result of your kindness and support.

Thank you again for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom. These books are not just tools for teaching—they are gateways to discovery, inspiration, and growth.”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Ogden