Hello! My name is Megan Sherrell. I launched this campaign to get more books in my students’ hands by expanding our classroom library. One of the biggest joys of teaching is seeing a student fall in love with a book.

I can only be the teacher I want to be if I can help my students become better readers. The most effective way to do this is to fill my classroom library with a diverse collection of books across a variety of levels. Your support will help me raise $1,000 to fill our classroom library with new books. Growing lifelong readers is the goal of my class—and your contribution will help do just that!

Hi, I’m Ms. Skidmore, and I’m passionate about fostering a love for reading in my students. As a future 5th-grade teacher, I know how important it is for kids to have access to a variety of engaging and age-appropriate books that spark their imagination and encourage them to explore new ideas. I’m hoping to raise funds to build a diverse and exciting classroom library that caters to all reading levels and interests.

Your support will help create a learning environment where all my students can grow as readers and develop a lifelong passion for books. Thank you for helping me build a library that inspires young minds!

As a reader myself, I know the joy of finding the perfect book; diving into a story that can provide excitement, joy, and anticipation. My goal is to create a classroom library that provides my students with books that suit their individual reading abilities as well as their personal interests.

Reading matters more when students are engaged in the story, not just reading a book because they are required to. If you are able, I would love your help to show my students the love of reading that I have found over the years. Thank you!

I would like to share my story about my journey as an educator and the impact I strive to make in my community. As a teacher, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of education. Many of my students come from underprivileged backgrounds, and I am dedicated to providing them with the resources they need to succeed.

With the funds from Scholastic, I plan to create a vibrant reading corner in our classroom where students can explore diverse books that reflect their experiences and interests. Additionally, I aim to organize workshops that promote literacy and foster a love for reading, allowing students to engage with literature in meaningful ways. By investing in their education, I hope to inspire a lifelong passion for learning and empower them to achieve their dreams.

It's that time of year again! For the last 5 years, WE have (together) attempted to encourage students to learn to LOVE to read! It has been, quite honestly, WONDERFUL! Many of YOU (my fabulous, giving friends) have helped and the kids (and parents) LOVE every minute of it.

We used some books for instruction, some for "fun", and some for exploration. Last year each student in my 2nd graders received 12 books. I would LOVE to recreate this again this year! We are projected to have FULL classrooms this year so I am looking for Book Buddies for 25-28 students!

Hello! My name is Kristen Ottenbacher, and I teach 8th-grade language arts. My students look forward to a chance at "spinning the wheel" each week. This is where I choose a few students to spin a wheel, and the wheel has a list of prizes on it. One of the prizes they can win is the "prize cart," where they choose one item from my prize cart.

I am raising funds to purchase books for my prize cart because they would be a huge hit for my 8th graders who love to read but can't afford to purchase the books they love. I work tirelessly, as does my school and fellow teachers, to instill a love of reading in my students. We visit the library twice a month, but there's nothing more exciting than calling something yours. Please consider donating and helping to continue our journey of reading in my middle school classroom!

I am excited to provide new books for my students each month so they can build their personal libraries at home. Reading is essential for first graders, as it not only enhances vocabulary but also sparks imagination and critical thinking. Having a variety of new books encourages my students to explore different stories and cultures, fostering empathy and understanding.

By adding new titles to their home libraries, I hope to inspire a lifelong love for reading. Your support in providing these resources will make a meaningful difference in their educational journey, helping them grow into confident and enthusiastic readers. Thank you for believing in the power of books!

Become a Book Fairy for Students! Hello! My name is Charlene and I am a TA in K/1 Special Education Classroom at Cumberland Head Elementary. I’m raising funds to give each of my 4 students at least two books monthly. I hope that these books will inspire my students to read with their families. Children are taught how to read at school, but the real joy of reading is found at home.

When you become a Book Fairy by contributing to my campaign, you’ll help me raise $300 to send books home with students. Any extra funds will go toward building our classroom library and will benefit kids for years to come. With your support, I’ll be able to choose books that reflect the interests of each individual student in my class. Will you become a Book Fairy for my students? Thank you for your support!

My name is Chaundra Mitchell, and I am a passionate literacy coach dedicated to building literacy capacity among educators, families, and students across Washington, D.C. That’s why I'm launching a Summer Reading Initiative, a powerful literacy effort to ensure every student in grades PK–6 receives at least three carefully selected books to take home and enjoy over the summer.

I want to make sure students leave school with stories in their hands and excitement in their hearts. To make this vision a reality, I am seeking to raise $5,000 to support this initiative. This funding will allow the schools I support to purchase high-interest, culturally relevant books for every student, ensuring equity and access to meaningful summer reading opportunities. Let’s work together to close the literacy gap—one book at a time. 

Hello! My name is Antalesia Hudson, and I teach Kindergarten at Village Meadows Elementary School in the Deer Valley School District, a Title I school located in a low-income area. Many of my students may not have access to books at home, and these may be the only reading materials they have during breaks. I’m raising funds to provide each of my students with a few books to take home, hoping that these new books, which they can call their own, will inspire them to read and start to build their own personal libraries. Each new book will have a special label with the year and donor, so they can always remember your generosity. Thank you in advance for your consideration and contribution. Your thoughtful donation will help my kiddos thrive!

Hello! I’m raising funds to give each of my kindergarten students a book every month. I hope that these books will inspire my students to read with their families. Children are taught how to read at school, but the real joy of reading is found at home. When you become a Book Fairy by contributing to my campaign, you’ll help me raise $150 to send books home with students.

Any extra funds will go toward building our classroom library and will benefit kids for years to come. With your support, I’ll be able to choose books that reflect the interests of every student in my class. Will you become a Book Fairy for my students? Thank you for your support!

As many of you know, this is my 3rd year as a Prek-6th Special Education teacher: and I am loving every minute of it! For the rest of the school year, I would like to raise funds to give around 10 students at least one book monthly (or more if possible). I hope that these books will inspire them to read with their families and develop their skills.

When you become a Book Fairy for only $5, you’ll help me raise money to send books home with my students. With your support, I’ll be able to choose books that reflect the interests of every student in my class. Are you interested in becoming a Book Fairy for $5?

My name is Mrs. Tennenhouse and I am an ESE (Exceptional Student Education) teacher. My mission is to unlock the magic of literacy and inspire the students by providing a library for their diverse learning needs and abilities.

My goal is to provide students with an inspiring collection of books that can ignite their imagination and nurture their love for reading. Your generous contributions will help unlock the magic of literacy by introducing our students to new genres, authors and background knowledge. Students will enhance their critical thinking skills, problem solving skills and communication skills. Your contributions will provide resources that will enhance the diverse interests and academic needs of my students!

As an ESL teacher working with Early Childhood through first-grade students, I have noticed a significant gap in resources available to bilingual families, particularly when it comes to fostering a love for reading at home. Reading is a fundamental skill that opens doors to lifelong learning and success. However, many bilingual families struggle to find books in both their native language and their newly acquired language.

To bridge this gap, I am raising funds to provide each of my 30 students with two books per month—one in their home language and one in English. I believe that every child deserves access to books that reflect their language and culture while also supporting their journey to English proficiency. Thank you for your time, generosity, and support in fostering bilingual literacy!

Hi! My name is Laurie Calnea and I am working on creating a bilingual library.

Currently, our district has several English Language Learners and we do not have books available in their native language! My dream is to create one library to span from K-12 to bless students in all grades.

Thank you so much in advance for your support! Our students will greatly appreciate it.

Hi all - my name is Amalia Hernandez and I am a first year teacher in third grade. When I was in school, I didn't have many books to pick from. My parents did not speak English, and most books were in English.

Now as I look at my first group of students, I want to give them the opportunity I didn't have. I have multiple students who speak Spanish. I want them to be able to take a book in Spanish home to share and read with their family. Any and all donations are extremely appreciated! Thank you.

I’m Mr. Madrigal, and I’m excited to launch a Scholastic book campaign for my 5th graders! My students have diverse reading levels and share a love for books about sports and social-emotional learning (SEL). This campaign will help us build a classroom library filled with engaging and inclusive books that reflect their interests.

With your support, we can ensure every student has access to books that foster a love of reading while encouraging teamwork, empathy, and emotional growth. Thank you!

Hi everyone, my name is Kendal McKeon! Books are windows and mirrors for the children who read them. They should be able to see themselves reflected, while also learning about those who are different from them. If students can relate to the books that they read, they will enjoy them all the more!

My goal is create a classroom full of passionate readers! I would really appreciate your support in reaching my goal.