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Ms. Pratt from Lowell, MA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Harvesting Knowledge with Seasonal Books

Help me give my students culturally responsive books for the entire school year!

  • $312 goal

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My Project

This project of books is a key to unlocking a world of knowledge and curiosity for my exceptional third-grade students. These eager learners are always hungry for new insights about the world around them. The addition of books on various holidays will not only expand their understanding of different cultures and traditions but also make learning about occasions like Presidents Day, December traditions, and Election Day more engaging.

These books will serve as windows to diverse experiences, fostering a sense of connection and empathy among my students.

Through captivating read-aloud sessions, we anticipate moments of shared excitement as they immerse themselves in stories that resonate with their interests. This project is not just providing books; it's providing opportunities for my students to learn, grow, and be inspired by the world's rich tapestry.

Ms. Pratt STEM Academy 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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Lowell, MA View local requests

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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Night Before Eid: A Muslim Family Story • Amazon Business $16.47 1 $16.47
It's Diwali! • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Creepy Carrots! (Creepy Tales!) • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Elf: The Classic Illustrated Storybook (Pop Classics) • Amazon Business $12.51 1 $12.51
The Gingerbread Man Loose at Christmas (The Gingerbread Man Is Loose) • Amazon Business $12.29 1 $12.29
Pig the Monster (Pig the Pug) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!) • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
Ruby's Chinese New Year • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Meet the Latkes • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
Moon's Ramadan • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky: Over 150 Spooky Stickers Inside. A Halloween Book for Kids (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $9.85 1 $9.85
How to Catch a Leprechaun • Amazon Business $8.60 1 $8.60
The Story of Hanukkah • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Valentine's Day Jitters (The Jitters Series) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Froggy's First Kiss • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Presidents' Day • Amazon Business $7.69 1 $7.69
Squirrel's New Year's Resolution • Amazon Business $7.64 1 $7.64
Amelia Bedelia's First Vote • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Room on the Broom • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
The Snowy Day • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
How to Catch a Monster • Amazon Business $5.24 1 $5.24
The Night Before New Year's • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$230.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$264.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.66

Total project goal

$311.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $311.07

2 Donors

-$155.54

Donations toward project cost

-$132.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.33

match offer

-$155.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$132.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.33

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 $0.00

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