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Ms. Liu from Rochester, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fuel Minds, Fill Shelves: Donate to Our Library!

Help me give my students high interest books in poetry and true crime

  • 2 donors
  • $109 still needed

expires May 08

  • 2 donors
  • $109 still needed
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Reading nonfiction books provides high school students with invaluable knowledge, real-world context, and critical thinking skills that help them navigate both academic and personal challenges. Unlike fiction, nonfiction exposes students to real-life stories, historical events, and practical insights that broaden their understanding of the world. Whether it's exploring groundbreaking scientific discoveries, learning about influential leaders, or understanding complex social issues, nonfiction books help students connect classroom learning to real-world experiences. These books empower students to see beyond their immediate surroundings, fostering curiosity about different cultures, professions, and perspectives that they may not encounter otherwise. By reading nonfiction, students develop a sense of empathy and awareness that is crucial for becoming informed, responsible citizens in a rapidly changing world.

Beyond building knowledge, nonfiction books strengthen essential skills that high school students need to succeed in both academics and life.

They improve thinking by encouraging students to evaluate facts, recognize biases, and distinguish between credible and unreliable sources. Nonfiction reading enhances comprehension and vocabulary, especially in specialized subjects like science, politics, and history, giving students an edge in standardized tests and research projects. Moreover, nonfiction teaches practical life skills, such as financial literacy, emotional intelligence, and self-improvement strategies, which are rarely covered in traditional curricula. Ultimately, reading nonfiction equips high schoolers with the tools to make informed decisions, understand complex concepts, and confidently participate in meaningful discussions about the world around them.

Ms. Liu World of Inquiry School 58 Grades 9-12

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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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More than three‑quarters 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

600 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lost Girls: The Unsolved American Mystery of the Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Murders • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
The Best New True Crime Stories: Serial Killers: (True crime gift) • Amazon Business $17.44 1 $17.44
You'll Come Back to Yourself • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Poems for the Signs • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Getting Over You • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
The Zodiac Revisited: The Facts of the Case • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Curious Cases: True Crime for Kids: Hijinks, Heists, Mysteries, and More • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Trailed: One Woman's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders • Amazon Business $9.54 1 $9.54
The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century • Amazon Business $9.33 1 $9.33
Please Love Me at My Worst • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19

Materials cost

$145.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$177.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.29

Total project goal

$208.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $208.62

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $108.62

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