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Mrs. Lister from Annapolis, MD is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Building Books of Reading Comprehension

My students need a leveled library pack, markers, crayons, pens, clipboards and other materials in order to support their learning through reading as it will guide them in their development as a person.

  • $696 goal

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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 Students

My kids are from the neighborhoods of Annapolis, Maryland, many of which come from low income homes and are English Language Learners (ELL). In our Title One school we support students to strive towards success. In third grade, I encourage my students to develop in ways to increase their independence through all subject contents. It is a time where they can express themselves through their work in order to develop into a unique member of society.

"Education is the great equalizer in society; it can be the thing that lift students out of their predicaments- they could be first generation immigrants, it could be poverty, or overcoming stereotypes associated with race or ethnicity."

-Inspirational words from Michael Welch

Many of my students come from various homes and my goal is to help them overcome adversity as it will help them develop into well rounded individuals.

My Project

Books and reading help one create an imagination that differs from anyone else. The Grade 3 Classic Grade Level Library I requested is going to be used to expand the horizons and imaginations of my students as they read. With a 52 fiction book assortment, they will be able to choose a book that is appealing to them in which, will be both interesting and engaging. In addition, I have requested other books (fiction and nonfiction) to provide more reading opportunities for learners to engage in.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know; The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.”

As mentioned above by Dr. Seuss, books can support students by providing them with knowledge and challenging their imagination. This will open new doors to the world that they can play an active role in. It gives them a break from their realities and helps them see life in a different perspective.

These books will be a wonderful addition to my classroom as well as, privacy shields which will allow students to isolate themselves from distractions in other parts in the room. Also, clipboards will be used during reading centers where they can answer comprehension questions requiring them to be an active reader. While answering comprehension questions, students will be annotating books with the flair pens, markers, and crayons to support their skills in comprehension. The erasers will be helpful as it conveys to students that mistakes are acceptable and they can go back into the text in order to correct their initial answers. Lastly, the card stock and laminating pouches will be used to make literacy centers for students to use in aiding their comprehension development. Please help support my kids at as it will open doors for their future!

Mrs. Lister Mills - Parole Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

25 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Grade 3 Classic Grade Level Library (52 Bk Set) • AKJ Education $234.52 1 $234.52
COMBO CLASSPACK CRAYON AND MARKER CRAYOLA SET OF 256 • School Specialty $67.23 1 $67.23
JJ689 - Privacy Partition - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 2 $59.98
PEN FLAIR ASSORTED SET OF 24 • School Specialty $33.43 1 $33.43
JAM Paper Plastic Clipboard, 9 x 13, Green, Sold Individually (340926880) • Staples Advantage $5.99 5 $29.95
JAM Paper Plastic Clipboard, 9 x 13, Blue, Sold Individually (340926882) • Staples Advantage $5.99 5 $29.95
POUCHES THERMAL LAMINATING 5 MIL 8.9 IN X 11.4 IN PACK OF 50 • School Specialty $21.29 1 $21.29
Astrobrights Double-Color Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 70 lb., Assorted, 80 Sheets/Pack (98883) • Staples Advantage $13.15 1 $13.15
Wild, Wild Wolves • AKJ Education $4.49 1 $4.49
Nate the Great • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
A to Z Mysteries: The Zombie Zone • AKJ Education $3.64 1 $3.64
Dolphins! • AKJ Education $3.59 1 $3.59
The Bravest Dog Ever: The True Story of Balto • AKJ Education $3.18 1 $3.18
ERASERS CAP MULTICOLOR SET OF 100 - SCHOOL SMART • School Specialty $1.82 1 $1.82

Materials cost

$510.59

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.38

Sales tax

 $30.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$591.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.34

Total project goal

$695.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $695.61

9 Donors

-$520.32

Donations toward project cost

-$446.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.55

match offer

-$170.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$144.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.29

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