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Ms. Day from Philadelphia, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Figurative Language Project for ELA: Exploring the Power of Words

Help me give my students figurative language game, markers, posters, index cards and more to culminate in students creating a "Figurative Language Gallery" and presenting their own works that demonstrate their understanding of figurative language in action.

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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

In this project, students will explore various forms of figurative language (simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, idioms, alliteration, etc.) through reading, analysis, and hands-on creative writing. Students will discover how authors use figurative language to create vivid imagery, convey emotions, and enhance the meaning of a text.

The project will culminate in students creating a "Figurative Language Gallery" and presenting their own works that demonstrate their understanding of figurative language in action.This figurative language project encourages students to explore the power of language and creativity while developing their writing and analytical skills.

By learning how figurative language enhances both the meaning and emotional depth of a text, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the art of writing and improve their ability to express complex ideas.

Ms. Day Overbrook High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Philadelphia, PA 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

75 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Can Do! Figurative Language Game - Gr. 3-4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $22.99 1 $22.99
Crayola Washable Broadline Marker Set - Set of 64, Broadline, Window, and Gel Markers • Blick Art Materials $22.53 1 $22.53
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $7.12 2 $14.24
Expo Tank Dry Erase Marker, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 12/Pack (80699) • Quill.com $12.76 1 $12.76
100 Task Cards: Figurative Language: Reproducible Mini-Passages With Key Questions to Boost Reading Comprehension Skills • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Decorably 12 Figurative Language Posters for Classroom - 11x14in High School English Classroom Decor, English Classroom Posters High School, Literary Elements Posters for Classroom, Literature Posters • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pencil top Erasers,200 Pack,Pencil erasers Toppers,Cap erasers,Pencil Eraser caps,Eraser Tops,Pencil top erasers for Kids,Cap erasers for Pencils Bulk,9 Colors • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $8.28 1 $8.28
Oxford Index Cards, 3 x 5 Inches, White, Lined on Front, Blank on Back, Flashcards for School and Studying, Recipe Note Cards, 500 Count (5 Packs of 100) (40176) • Amazon Business $6.57 1 $6.57

Materials cost

$116.84

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.10

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$159.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.18

Total project goal

$187.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $187.87

1 Donor

-$187.87

Donations toward project cost

-$159.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.18

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