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Ms. Tartaglione from New York, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Puzzle It Out in the Library

Help me give my students puzzles for our library! Students love working on puzzles with friends or as a quiet activity. I've noticed that they particularly love puzzles that are challenging but not too hard!

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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

Over the course of my 16 years as a high school librarian, I have noticed that students struggle with what to do during their free time. Students want to take a break, so they do not always want to do work. Some students who comes to the library just want a quiet, safe space to be. No matter the reason why they come to the library, they often want something to do!

Jigsaw puzzles encourage students to focus on the puzzle while still engaging with their friends--it forces them to put down their devices and actually talk to each other and work together as a team!

It also gives a quiet student something to focus on and not feel like they are just sitting alone. I have had such wonderful conversations with students over puzzles. There have also been times where I have sat with a student in companionable silence working on the puzzle. Slowly, those quiet kids tend to open up over a puzzle. There is something incredibly freeing about not having to make eye contact with something that allows you to share more than you might if you were face to face.

I have discovered over the past few years that students love colorful puzzles that are challenging, but not too hard. If the puzzle is too hard, students get frustrated and give up. 500 piece puzzles that have objects/drawings that are clearly defined and not impossible to pick out in the pieces are the sweet spot. These puzzles would be used in the library during student's lunch periods and after school time. The puzzles are a community project, meaning that any student from any of the six schools on my campus can work on them and we leave each puzzle out until they are completed.

Ms. Tartaglione Urban Assembly School of Media Grades 9-12

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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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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Galison Rainbow Butterflies Jigsaw Puzzle, 500 Pieces, 20”x20” – Features an Array of Butterflies in a Mesmerizing Rainbow of Color – Challenging, Perfect for Family Fun – Fun Indoor Activity • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79
Galison Wild Spirit 500 Piece Puzzle from Galison - 20" x 20" Beautifully Illustrated Puzzle, Thick & Sturdy Pieces, Fun and Challenging Activity for Adults, Makes a Wonderful Gift! • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Galison Shrooms in Bloom 500 Piece Puzzle from Galison - 20" x 20" Puzzle, Bright and Bold Artwork, Thick and Sturdy Pieces, Fun and Challenging Activity for Adults, Makes a Great Gift! • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Galison Michael Storrings 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle for Families, Summer at The Amusement Park Scene, Great Family Puzzle to Enjoy Together • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Galison 500 Piece Rainbow Marbles Jigsaw Puzzle for Families and Adults, Finished Puzzle is a Unique Rainbow Image, Photo Art Puzzle Includes Varying Colors and Sizes of Marbles • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Galison Potted 500 Piece Puzzle from Galison - Fun and Challenging 500 Piece Puzzle, Colorful Botanical Illustrations, Thick and Sturdy Pieces, Idea • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Galison Ciao from Cinque Terre 500 Piece Puzzle from Galison - Beautiful Photographic Jigsaw Puzzle of The Coastal Area of Liguria, Italy, 20" x 20", Fun & Challenging, Unique Gift Idea • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Galison Boss Dogs 500 Piece Family Puzzle from Galison - Featuring Bright and Colorful Illustrations, Perfect for The Whole Family to Enjoy Together, 20" x 20", Unique Gift Idea • Amazon Business $10.92 1 $10.92

Materials cost

$111.57

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$143.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.28

Total project goal

$168.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $168.52

4 Donors

-$168.52

Donations toward project cost

-$143.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.28

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