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Mrs. Simpson from Houston, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Honeybees Need Literacy Tools!

My students need these items during our Daily 5 (literacy centers). Everything on my wish list will be used during stations like Word Work, Listen to Reading, and Work on Writing.

  • $625 goal

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My Students

Bzzzz....the sound I hear while my first grade honeybees are engaged in their work. They are eager little human beings and love listening to stories. The best part of my day is my read aloud where they are bright eyed, with big listening ears, and ready to add their connections to my text.

My scholars are great illustrators and can create amazing works of art to retell stories and text.

A few are strong speakers and a handful just like to watch as we unravel the bits and pieces of a text using word study (their favorite) to character traits, the plot, and sequence of events.

With what little resources they are given along with the love their school shares with them, it's still not enough to ensure that our classrooms are properly stocked with all the tools they need. As a teacher at a Title 1 school, I have to (with pleasure) get creative but the most joy I have is seeing what they can do with what we have.

My Project

First grade is the essential year where students need the most practice. It's also the year where they are the busiest of little bodies. Each day for at least 45 minutes, my students are rotating in stations. We call this the Daily 5. Daily 5 provides opportunities for all students to develop their skills as independent readers. The stations include Word Work, Read to Self, Listen to Reading, Work on Writing, and Read to Someone.

Literacy stations reinforce the skills taught during whole group and with the proper tools and resources, students can successfully work on differentiated tasks while I am able to pull small groups for interventions.

The headphones are needed during Listen to Reading while my honeybees log onto literacy programs that are differentiated to their levels. All the creative tools like alphabet stamps, ink pads, magnetic letters and wikki stix are used during Word Work. This is where students practice their high frequency words and spelling patterns. They may also use a dictionary during this time. Expo markers and clear pocket sleeves are used during Word Work and Work on Writing where students practice their handwriting skills. I often include literacy games similar to Connect 4 where they use counters. Primary Journals are by far the best resource and most expensive. These journals however are very purposeful. Some students are strong writers while others are still dependent on picture cues. Therefore, the journals really allow me to differentiate writing activities which boosts their confidence.

In all, with the proper tools, my honeybees can get straight to work. The variety prevents boredom and ensures they stay engaged. They simply have fun while learning!

Mrs. Simpson McGowen Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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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Houston, TX 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

25 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
RockPapa Over Ear Stereo Foldabe Headphones Adjustable, Noise Isolating, Heavy Deep Bass, Folding Headsets Microphone 3.5mm Smart Phones Tablets Computers MP3/4 DVD Gradient Teal • Amazon Business $15.99 6 $95.94
Merriam-Webster's Elementary Dictionary, 2014 copyright • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
Mead Primary Journal Creative Story Tablet, Grades K-2 (09554) 12 Pack • Amazon Business $30.81 2 $61.62
Classroom Magnetic Letters kit with Double-Side Magnet Board - Foam Alphabet Letters for Kids Spelling and Learning by Joynote(208pcs in Box) • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, 36-Count, Includes 5 Color Flag Set • Amazon Business $23.28 2 $46.56
Educational Insights Alphabet Rubber Stamps - Lowercase 5/8" • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
Colorations JSP Classic Colors Jumbo Washable Stamp Pads (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $43.57 1 $43.57
WikkiStix Big Count Box Molding & Sculpting Sticks • Amazon Business $25.31 1 $25.31
24 Multicolor Poly Envelopes, Plastic Envelopes, Transparent Envelopes Designed for School,Home, Work, and Office Organization (24 Pack) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
C-Line Neon Stitched Shop Ticket Holders, Assorted Neon Colors, 9 x 12 Inches, 10 per Pack (43920) • Amazon Business $13.55 1 $13.55
ETA hand2mind Foam Two-Color Counters with Storage Tub (Pack of 200) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Dixon Ticonderoga Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Box of 96, Yellow (13872) • Amazon Business $10.19 1 $10.19

Materials cost

$493.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$530.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.70

Total project goal

$624.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $624.64

5 Donors

-$549.64

Donations toward project cost

-$467.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.45

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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