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Mrs. Simpson from Brooklyn, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Love of Reading

Help me give my students books that they would want to read and enjoy. Graphic novels improve students' vocabulary and imagination as they read.

  • 3 donors
  • $533 goal

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My Project

As the school year comes to a close, it's essential for students to rekindle their love for reading and rediscover the joy that books can bring to their lives. Engaging in more reading not only enhances their academic skills but also provides a much-needed escape and relaxation. For middle schoolers, graphic novels are particularly effective in capturing their interest and enthusiasm for reading. These visually engaging books serve as an excellent stepping stone, encouraging students to read more over the summer and gradually improving their reading fluency and vocabulary.

Graphic novels offer a unique blend of visual and textual storytelling that can make reading more accessible and enjoyable for middle school students.

The combination of illustrations and text helps to maintain their interest and can make complex narratives easier to understand. By immersing themselves in these books, students can enhance their learning experience, build their social-emotional skills, and develop a deeper appreciation for literature. The engaging nature of graphic novels can also motivate students to explore other genres and forms of reading, fostering a lifelong love for books.

Furthermore, the benefits of reading graphic novels extend beyond academic improvement. These books can help students develop empathy and understanding by exposing them to diverse characters and situations. As they navigate the stories, students can learn valuable lessons about relationships, emotions, and social interactions. This holistic approach to reading not only boosts their reading fluency but also contributes to their overall personal growth. Encouraging middle schoolers to read graphic novels over the summer can thus play a crucial role in their educational and emotional development, setting them up for success in the upcoming school year.

Mrs. Simpson Elijah Stroud Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Brooklyn, NY 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 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dog Man Collection - 10 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $96.29 1 $96.29
5 Book Set: Graphic Novels #3 - Underrepresented Authors (ages 12+) White Bird, Ain't Burned All Bright, Run, They Called Us Enemy, Long Way Down • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $90.00 1 $90.00
3 Book Set: Graphic Novels - Jerry Craft Author Study: New Kid, Class Act, School Trip (paperback) x Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $42.00 2 $84.00
Cat Kid Comic Club - The Cat Kid Comic Club Collection: From the Creator of Dog Man (Cat Kid Comic Club #1-3 Boxed Set) - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $28.45 2 $56.90
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5 - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $21.86 2 $43.72
Bad Kitty Collection - 6 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $32.08 1 $32.08
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$415.98

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$452.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.80

Total project goal

$532.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $532.02

2 Donors

-$266.01

Donations toward project cost

-$226.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.90

match offer

-$266.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$226.11

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.90

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