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Ms. Russell from Richmond, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading About the Art World

My students need an assortment of art books which explore art making and art history. Dorothea Lange's Photography, Paintings by Jacob Lawrence and Chihuly are some of these books.

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My Students

"Confidence, like art, is not about having all the answers; it comes from being open to all the questions." -Earl Gray Stevens This beautiful quote summarizes what I ultimately want for my students. I want them to be open, not fearful. Reading about and participating in ART can be an outlet.

My students come from many neighborhoods of the city, from very diverse backgrounds, ethnically and economically.

They are great teachers to each other, helping each other, empathizing with each other, creating art with each other. It isn't always easy, but working through struggles together makes us stronger. Over 50% of our students are on free or reduced lunch. Approximately 15% of our population are students with special needs, either physically or cognitively. In my art class, when a student seems to grasp a concept well, and I need assistants, I put them to work. Then, they start to naturally help each other without me asking. It is beautiful to witness! We have amazing kids at our school!

My Project

In my art class, students are required to read for 7 minutes at the beginning of every class. They select an art magazine or art book from my class library which exposes them to artists, techniques, and art movements. Even though it is such a short reading time, I ask afterward if anyone would like to share. It is amazing how many kids' hands shoot up after discovering something new they want to share with others. I facilitate a little discussion and we continue our routine consisting of art history, a demonstration, and art making. The books I am requesting will serve their curiosities and promote joyful, exciting reading with lots of great information about art.

Helping me purchase quality books for my class library will promote joyful reading, but also encourage students to speak and share thoughts with classmates.

As you may know, students love having opinions and opinions backed by good resources makes them more knowledgeable about the world in which we live. The art books selected are all age appropriate for students in the middle years. Often, they also promote learning within their core subjects, as well.

Ms. Russell Albert Hill 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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Richmond, VA 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Collection • Amazon $46.92 1 $46.92
Chihuly • Amazon $43.82 1 $43.82
Dorothea Lange: A Life Beyond Limits • Amazon $16.75 1 $16.75
The Art Book for Children • Amazon $15.80 1 $15.80
The Great Migration: An American Story • Amazon $15.64 1 $15.64
Through Georgia's Eyes • Amazon $14.21 1 $14.21
Story Painter: The Life of Jacob Lawrence • Amazon $13.23 1 $13.23
Mastering Manga with Mark Crilley: 30 drawing lessons from the creator of Akiko • Amazon $12.98 1 $12.98
Vincent's Colors • Amazon $12.96 1 $12.96
13 Women Artists Children Should Know • Amazon $12.78 1 $12.78
13 Paintings Children Should Know • Amazon $12.78 1 $12.78
13 Sculptures Children Should Know • Amazon $12.46 1 $12.46
13 Modern Artists Children Should Know (Children Should Know) • Amazon $12.46 1 $12.46
You Can Draw in 30 Days: The Fun, Easy Way to Learn to Draw in One Month or Less • Amazon $10.74 1 $10.74
13 Artists Children Should Know • Amazon $9.97 1 $9.97
Draw 50 Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles: The Step-by-Step Way to Draw Dragsters, Vintage Cars, Dune Buggies, Mini Choppers, and Many More... • Amazon $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$272.49

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$306.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.10

Total project goal

$360.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $360.68

1 Donor

-$360.68

Donations toward project cost

-$306.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$54.10

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 $0.00

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