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Mrs. Nelson from Southaven, MS is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Language Launchpad: Bridging Cultures with Translator Pens and Books

Help me give my students decodable chapter books and translator pens to increase their English vocabulary.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $316 goal

My Project

Many of my ESL students face significant challenges in acquiring the English language, which can affect their academic performance and self-esteem. I would like to provide two translator scanner pens and a set of decodable chapter books explicitly tailored for ESL learners.

I am committed to the growth of my ESL students, and I believe that the combination of this innovative technology and engaging decodable books will truly empower my students to learn the English language.

By allowing them to access texts independently, we are opening the door to a world of knowledge that will help them build their vocabulary, enhance their comprehension, and foster a growing confidence in using English—not just in the classroom but in their everyday interactions and friendships.

With these resources, I can create a supportive and engaging learning environment that drives my students toward academic success and personal growth. My students work so hard every day they are in school because they and their families value education. They deserve every opportunity to succeed.

Mrs. Nelson Southaven Intermediate School Grades 3-5

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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Southaven, MS 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

120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Upgraded Translation Scanning Pen, Mobile Scanner Translator, Reading Pen, 112 Language Translating Device, OCR Digital for Language Learners Business Travel • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
King's Ring: Decodable Books for Striving Readers • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Sam Is Stuck: Decodable Chapter Book (Kents' Quest) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Spelling Pen - In Elf Land: Decodable Chapter Books (Spellling Pen) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Back To The Past: Decodable Chapter Books For Kids With Dyslexia (Kents' Quest) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98

Materials cost

$219.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$15.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$268.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$47.40

Total project goal

$315.99

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