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Mrs. Mallory from El Cajon, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing American History to Life

Help me give my students non-fiction novels and engaging curriculum to learn about American History.

  • $306 goal

This project expired on May 16, 2025.

This project expired on May 16, 2025.

My Project

I'd like enhance our 5th-grade American history curriculum through high-interest, non-fiction books. These resources will serve a dual purpose: enriching our students' understanding of American history and providing excellent models for informational writing. These books are written in kid-friendly language, making complex historical concepts accessible and engaging for our young learners.

By investing in physical books, we not only provide reliable sources of information but also encourage reduced screen time, promoting focused reading and deeper engagement with the material.

In addition to the books, we are also requesting a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to supplement our curriculum with high-quality, engaging projects. By providing these valuable resources, you'll be investing in the educational foundation of our future citizens, helping them develop a deeper appreciation for our nation's rich history and the skills needed to articulate their knowledge effectively.

Mrs. Mallory Flying Hills Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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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El Cajon, CA View local requests

More than half of 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

34 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 • AKJ Education $3.64 6 $21.84
What Were the Salem Witch Trials? (What Was?) • Amazon Business $4.59 3 $13.77
What Is the Declaration of Independence? (What Was?) • Amazon Business $3.93 2 $7.86
What Is the Supreme Court? (What Was?) • Amazon Business $6.85 1 $6.85
What Was the Boston Tea Party? • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
What Was Ellis Island? • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
Who Was Ben Franklin? • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was George Washington? • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? • Amazon Business $4.74 1 $4.74
What Is the Statue of Liberty? (What Was?) • Amazon Business $4.69 1 $4.69
Who Was Paul Revere? • Amazon Business $4.54 1 $4.54
What Was the Holocaust? • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was Alexander Hamilton? • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
What Was the Titanic? • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
What Is the Constitution? (What Was?) • Amazon Business $3.89 1 $3.89

Materials cost

$207.52

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$18.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$259.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.82

Total project goal

$305.44

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