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A World of Poetry

Help me give my students a vibrant and enriching journey into the world of poems and poetry.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Help me create a fun workshop for my students during National Poetry Month in April.

The items in this project will make this workshop an exciting journey into the world of classic poetry, where students will actively engage in hands-on activities and immersive experiences.

By incorporating renowned works such as Where the Sidewalk Ends and Emily Dickinson's Illustrated Poems for Children, students will have the invaluable opportunity to explore the masterpieces of iconic poets and understand their enduring impact on literature.

The inclusion of magnetic poetry activities will empower students to unleash their creativity and craft their own unique poems. This approach not only enhances their writing skills but also fosters a deep appreciation for the art of poetry. Writing and reading poetry is not merely an academic exercise; it is a transformative experience that nurtures self-expression, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence.

Exposure to poetry is essential in cultivating a well-rounded education. It encourages students to connect with their thoughts and feelings, providing them with tools to articulate their perspectives. By participating in this workshop, students will discover the beauty of poetic expression and the joy of creating their own literary works.

Ms. C. South Gate Middle School Grades 6-8

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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South Gate, CA View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

900 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it? Super Sticky Tabletop Easel Pad, 20" x 23", 20 Sheets/Pad, 4 Pads/Pack (563 VAD 4PK) • Quill.com $100.82 2 $201.64
Scribbledo Table Top White Board Magnetic Easel for Kids Dry Erase Drawing Board Toddler Writing Tabletop Whiteboard with 6 Dry Erase Markers and 1 Eraser Included • Amazon Business $19.75 8 $158.00
Make Blackout Poetry: Turn These Pages into Poems • Amazon Business $15.19 2 $30.38
Expo Tank Dry Erase Marker, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 12/Pack (80699) • Quill.com $12.57 2 $25.14
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.49 8 $19.92
A Place Inside of Me A Poem to Heal the Heart - Caldecott Honor Book (hardcover picture book, poetic) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.00 1 $18.00
Magnetic Poetry - Little Box of Awesome Kit - Words for Refrigerator - Write Poems and Letters on The Fridge - Made in The USA • Amazon Business $8.95 2 $17.90
Hip Hop Speaks to Children: 50 Inspiring Poems with a Beat (A Poetry Speaks Experience for Kids, From Tupac to Jay-Z, Queen Latifah to Maya Angelou, Includes CD) • Amazon Business $17.46 1 $17.46
Where the Sidewalk Ends Special Edition with 12 Extra Poems - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $16.78 1 $16.78
Magnetic Poetry Kit: Shakespeare • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Magnetic Poetry - Edgar Allan Poet Kit - Words for Refrigerator - Write Poems and Letters on The Fridge - Made in The USA • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Magnetic Poetry - Nature Poet Kit - Words for Refrigerator - Write Poems and Letters on The Fridge - Made in The USA • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Magnetic Poetry - Haiku Kit - Words for Refrigerator - Write Poems and Letters on The Fridge - Made in The USA • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Los mejores poemas para niños de Federico García Lorca (Infantil-Juvenil) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
The Oxford Illustrated Book of American Children's Poems • Amazon Business $12.94 1 $12.94
Imagina (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $12.94 1 $12.94
Stories and Poems/Cuentos y Poesías: A Dual-Language Book (Dover Dual Language Spanish) • Amazon Business $12.70 1 $12.70
The Best American Poetry 2021 (The Best American Poetry series) • Amazon Business $11.83 1 $11.83
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for Budding Naturalists • Amazon Business $11.13 1 $11.13
The Illustrated Robert Frost: 15 Winter Poems for Children - Robert Frost for Kids, Poetry Books for Kids, Poetry Picture Books, Robert Frost Kids ... Frost, Poetry for Young People Robert Frost • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Write Your Own Haiku for Kids: Write Poetry in the Japanese Tradition - Easy Step-by-Step Instructions to Compose Simple Poems • Amazon Business $10.22 1 $10.22
The Illustrated Emily Dickinson: 15 Spring Poems for Children - Spring Poetry for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Magnetic Poetry - Little Box of Happiness Kit - Words for Refrigerator - Write Poems and Letters on The Fridge - Made in The USA • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
Technically, It's Not My Fault: Concrete Poems • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39

Materials cost

$686.08

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $62.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$789.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.26

Total project goal

$928.41

How we calculate what's needed

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