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Ms. Ramirez from ARLETA, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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More Black Representation in Classroom Library

Help me give my students an opportunity to read more about important Black historical figures during Black History Month.

  • $306 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Black History Month books play a crucial role in young students' learning by offering diverse perspectives, narratives, and historical accounts that may not be adequately covered in standard curriculum materials. Here's how they make a difference.

These books showcase the experiences, achievements, and struggles of Black individuals and communities, providing representation that is often lacking in mainstream education materials.

Seeing themselves reflected positively in literature can boost students' self-esteem and sense of belonging.

Black History Month books introduce students to important events, figures, and movements in Black history that are often overlooked or marginalized in traditional textbooks. They offer a more comprehensive understanding of the contributions of Black people to various aspects of society.

Ms. Ramirez Montague Charter Academy Grades PreK-2

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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ARLETA, CA 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

22 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Black History Month Collection ? Grade K ? 6 Book Set • AKJ Education $87.34 1 $87.34
Stacey Abrams and the Fight to Vote • Amazon Business $11.52 1 $11.52
Carter Reads the Newspaper: The Story of Carter G. Woodson, Founder of Black History Month • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Story of Nelson Mandela: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Story of John Lewis: A Biography Book for Young Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Story of Jackie Robinson: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Story of Ruby Bridges: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Story of Ella Fitzgerald: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
The Story of Misty Copeland: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.19 1 $6.19
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $6.16 1 $6.16
Jackie Robinson: He Led the Way (Step into Reading) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
National Geographic Readers: Harriet Tubman (L2) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
National Geographic Readers: Frederick Douglass (Level 2) (Readers Bios) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
National Geographic Readers: Rosa Parks (Readers Bios) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
The Story of Harriet Tubman: A Biography Book for New Readers (The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers) • Amazon Business $4.92 1 $4.92
Great Black Heroes: Five Brilliant Scientists (Scholastic Reader, Level 4) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99
Ruby Bridges Goes to School: My True Story (Scholastic Reader, Level 2) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99
Ballerina Dreams: From Orphan to Dancer (Step Into Reading, Step 4) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99
National Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr. (Readers Bios) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99
Great Black Heroes: Five Brave Explorers (Scholastic Reader, Level 4) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$200.38

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.98

Sales tax

 $18.33

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$259.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.83

Total project goal

$305.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $305.53

1 Donor

-$305.53

Donations toward project cost

-$259.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.83

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