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Mrs. Baird from Los Angeles, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring the American Dream: Diverse Voices in Literature Circles

Help me give my students diverse, engaging books that explore the complexities of the American Dream, fostering empathy, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the varied experiences that shape our nation.

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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

The diverse books I am requesting will provide my students with relatable, thought-provoking narratives that reflect their own experiences and challenges. These titles will enhance their understanding of the American Dream by showcasing various perspectives, fostering empathy, and promoting critical thinking. Literature circles will encourage collaborative learning, improve reading and discussion skills, and help students connect with the material on a personal level.

This project aims to broaden literary exposure, promote critical thinking, and foster empathy through diverse, engaging books.

By introducing students to a range of voices and experiences within American literature, I hope to spark analytical discussions about the American Dream. Additionally, this project seeks to enhance engagement with relatable stories and improve collaborative skills by strengthening their ability to work together, share insights, and respect differing viewpoints.

My students in Los Angeles are resilient, determined, and full of potential. Despite significant socio-economic challenges, they bring unique perspectives and a rich cultural background to the classroom. Their diverse experiences and strong sense of community make them exceptionally insightful and capable of deep, meaningful discussions about the American Dream. Their ability to connect with and draw lessons from literature will not only enhance their academic skills but also empower them to envision and strive for their own dreams.

Mrs. Baird Alliance Simon Technology High School Grades 9-12

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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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team • Amazon Business $9.69 6 $58.14
All My Rage: A Novel • Amazon Business $9.64 6 $57.84
Americanized: Rebel Without a Green Card • Amazon Business $9.39 6 $56.34
Don't Ask Me Where I'm From • Amazon Business $8.93 6 $53.58
Kira-Kira • Amazon Business $7.16 6 $42.96
American Street • Amazon Business $6.99 6 $41.94
Dear Martin • Amazon Business $6.88 6 $41.28
The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics • Amazon Business $12.65 1 $12.65
The Sun Is Also a Star • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
In The Country We Love • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
En el país que amamos: Mi familia dividida (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$387.71

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $35.48

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$459.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.00

Total project goal

$540.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $540.01

9 Donors

-$524.64

Donations toward project cost

-$459.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.63

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$15.37

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