The swift rise of COVID-19 cases has led to sudden school shutdowns and shelter-in-place orders. This has left many teachers scrambling to re-work their lesson plans for online teaching, striving to give their students the best education they can without the resources they’ve built up in their physical classrooms. At Cinco Puntos, we have received many requests for books. We have likewise received emails from people who would like to know how they can help during this time. We would like to match donors with teachers! Can you help to fill this need?
If you can help, we are offering books for these donations at a discount of 50%. By sponsoring a class book set, you can help teachers provide an educational resource that will give students a rest from extended screen time. You can help students without internet access, unable to do online work at all. You can provide a world children can engage in during these tense times. Below are open requests for sponsorship. If you’d like to make a general donation, of any amount, click the donate button below. We’ll apply general donations to unmatched requests. If you have any questions, please email stephaniefrescas@cincopuntos.com with the subject line CLASSROOM SPONSORSHIP.
Open Sponsorships
4th and 5th Grade, The Linguistic Academy of El Paso, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Maximilian & The Curse Of The Fallen Angel by Xavier Garza (20 Paperback), Donation of $141.66 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Elvira A.Hello I picked one book but if I could have one title of each to read to students that would be great. Whatever you give us is great! We teach in English and Spanish so whatever is available I will take. Thank you and God Bless! E Aguilar
2nd Grade, Marian Manor Elementary, El Paso TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Don’t Say A Word Mamá by Joe Hayes (15 Hardcover), Donation of $146.33 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Rita G: Thank you for helping us out and providing books for my students. Greatly appreciated.
2nd and 3rd Grade, Evadale Elementary—Jr. High, Evadale TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (68 Hardcover), Donation of $666.02 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Misty G: This would be a wonderful blessing for all 4 of my classes. They love to read just about anything. Thank you for the opportunity.
4th and 5th Grade, Edison Elementary, San Diego CA
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Watch Out for Clever Women! by Joe Hayes (27 Paperback), Donation of $211.11 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Jennifer O: I would love to be able to provide my students with books for them to read at home. Since school is closed, they do not have access to our classroom library. I want to encourage them to read every day even when we cannot be together in person. Many of my students do not have home libraries, so a donation of books would be very much appreciated.
12th Grade, Tornillo High School, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Under Water by J.L. Powers (25 Paperback), Donation of $174.01 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Cookie L:It is wonderful to be offered this great resource at this difficult time.
6th Grade Loretto Academy Middle School, El Paso TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Under Water by J.L. Powers (40 Paperback), Donation of $273.54 USD (Books and shipping)
5th Grade Monolingual, Frank Macias Elementary, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Maximilian & the Mystery of the Guardian Angel Xavier Garza (19 Paperback), Donation of $134.32 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Joshua L.One of the copies is for me to use for lessons and for my daily read aloud videos to my class. I think the book and the culture will be a connection students will enjoy! Thank you for this opportunity to supply books to our community. As an educator, I sincerely thank anyone who can help! Stay safe.
6-8th Grade, East McDowell Middle School, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Maximilian & the Mystery of the Guardian Angel Xavier Garza (100 Paperback), Donation of $718.70 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
7th Grade, Loretto Academy Middle School, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: Bloody Seoul by Sonia Patel (40 Paperback), Donation of $279.35 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
8th Grade, Loretto Academy, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: The Smell of Old Lady Perfume by Claudia Guadalupe Martinez (40 Paperback), Donation of $211.1 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
5th Grade, Frank Macias Elementary, TX
OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP. If you’d like to sponsor this classroom, CLICK HERE.
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk Joe Hayes (25 Paperback), Donation of $109.41 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Brenda P. I’m so appreciative of your generosity. My students will love and benefit from this during our virtual read alouds. 🙂
Matched Sponsorships
2nd Grade, Vado Elementary, NM
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF EVELYN BELL
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (17 Paperback), Donation of $78.53 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Patricia M. I love books and want my students to come to love reading too. We have shared many great books and want us to continue.
3rd Grade, North Bridge Elementary, Weslaco, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF LIZ G.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (5 Paperback), Donation of $28.28 USD (Books and shipping)
Pre-K through 6th grade library, REL Washington International School
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF JOSE LUIS DEBORA
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (1 Paperback), Donation of $11.73 USD (Book, teaching guide, and shipping)
Note from librarian, Rosie R. Thank you for your consideration! I’m the school librarian and am doing read alouds for our students during our school closure. I will be using a closed platform to do these readings and will contact the publisher for recording guidelines. This bilingual book is a gem!
4th and 5th Special Education, Western Hills Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF S. GONZALEZ
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (10 Paperback), Donation of $48.95 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Cristina P. Thank you! for supporting my students for their love of reading and putting a big smile on their beautiful faces. ??❤
Kindergarten, Purple Heart Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CRISTINA ARREOLA
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (5 Paperback), Donation of $28.28 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Christina B. Thank you for supporting teachers doing their best from home without supplies.
3rd Grade, Trenton Elementary School, Trenton, ME
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF JOSHUA DE LAO AND TWO OTHER DONORS
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (20 Paperback), Donation of $94.55 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Vivian S. ¡Muchas gracias!
1-4th Grade Special Education, Warfield Elementary, FL
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF STU ABRAHAM
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (10 Paperback), Donation of $99.80 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Amy H. I would appreciate the opportunity to give my students a book.
1st Grade Dual Language, Vista Hills Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF STEPHANIE SMITH
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (16 Paperback), Donation of $72.80 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, María C. Thank you for making bilingual books!! I have always struggled finding good books in Spanish and your company provides excellent books for my students!
K-5th Grade, Chester Jordan Elementary School, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF “MeY”
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (3 Paperback), Donation of $19.98 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Olga E. Libraries are essential, I have a virtual book club and a little free library. Please help reach kids with more books!
1st Grade, Trenton Elementary School, ME
SPONSORED
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (12 Paperback), Donation of $62.75 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Kristen B. I plan to send your book to my students, which will be a wonderful surprise during distance learning. We’re largely dependent on electronic books right now, so a brand new paper book will be a delight. We will share it together during a zoom meeting. Many thanks for the generous offer!
4th and 5th Grade, O’Donnell Intermediate, TX
SPONSORED
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (12 Paperback), Donation of $56.90 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Laura D. Books for my Special Education class.
8th Grade, Riverside Middle School, TX
SPONSORED
Donation: Iron River by Daniel Acosta (10 Paperback), Donation of $73.05 USD (Books and shipping)
6th Grade, Hurshel Antwine Middle, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF MARY KIRSCHENBAUM
Donation: Watch Out for Clever Women! by Joe Hayes (5 Paperback), Donation of $40.78 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Monica C. Thank you so much! This will be a nice surprise for my students and brighten their day!
3rd Grade, Jornada Elementary, NM
SPONSORED
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes
(15 Paperback), Donation of $69.83 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Rebekah G.Thank you for all donations! We, teachers, truly appreciate wonderful people like you!!!!
3rd Grade Dual Language, Jornada Elementary, NM
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF SOLL SUSSMAN
Donation: Let’s Work! by Cynthia Weill (10 Hardcover), Donation of $85.70 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Javier M.This is great. Muchas Gracias de parte de mi Y los estudiantes.
Special Education K-5th Grade, Robert R. Rojas Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF JUAN SANDOVAL
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (50 Hardcover), Donation of $476.25 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Valerie O. Thank you for your donation! #ELPASOSTRONG
4th Grade, Tornillo Intermediate School, TX
SPONSORED THANKS THE GENEROSITY OF MARIE CARTER, JOSHUA DE LAO, JUAN SANDOVAL AND TWO OTHER DONORS
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (19 Paperback), Donation of $86.48 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
1st Grade, Vado Elementary, NM
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF NICOLAS CANDELARIA
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (20 Paperback), Donation of $91.45 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Lee V. Thank you for supporting my students love for reading. Blessings- Mrs. V
Kindergarten, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF STEVEN MALK
Donation: Let’s Work! by Cynthia Weill (5 Hardcover), Donation of $45.78 USD (Books, teaching guide, and shipping)
4th Grade, Campestre Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF STEVEN MALK
Donation: Don’t Say A Word, Mamá by Joe Hayes (2 Hardcover), Donation of $26.35 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Esmeralda S. Thank you for supporting my class and providing books for read alouds during this difficult time!
Kindergarten, Tornillo Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF STEVEN MALK
Donation: Don’t Say a Word, Mamá by Joe Hayes (16 Hardcover), Donation of $158.54 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Kindergarten, Santa Teresa Elementary, NM
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF MIQUELA B.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (15 Paperback), Donation of $68.68 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Kindergarten, William D. Surratt Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF AMY AND ANDY FAGA
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (22 Paperback), Donation of $97.65 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Michele D. Thank you for your generous gift of literacy to my students, our future leaders.
4th Grade, Campestre Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF TERRY VETTER
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (2 Paperback), Donation of $15.70 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Esmeralda S. Thank you for supporting my class and providing books for read alouds during this difficult time!
1st Grade, Benito Martinez Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (18 Hardcover), Donation of $173.72 USD
Note from teacher, Cristina C. I’d love to get this book to each of my students while we’re apart. Just a way to show them how much I miss them and wishing we were together in our classroom.
1st Grade, Benito Martinez Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (18 Paperback), Donation of $82.50 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Valerie T. Thank you to all those who are making a difference!
Kindergarten, Tornillo Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (16 Hardcover), Donation of $158.54 USD (Books and shipping)
4th Grade, Tornillo Intermediate School, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: Maximilian & the Curse of the Fallen Angel by Xavier Garza (19 Paperback), Donation of $137.97 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade, Tornillo Intermediate School, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: The Smell of Old Lady Perfume by Claudia Guadalupe Martinez (25 Paperback), Donation of $137.98 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Patricia V. I am the librarian at Tornillo intermediate and starting a virtual bookclub for your students. This will facilitate students having a copy of the book rather than using their electronic device to read too. Thank you for your support ❤️
2nd Grade, Tornillo Elementary School, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: Don’t Say a Word, Mamá by Joe Hayes(25 Hardcover), Donation of $241.07 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Kinder, Tornillo Elementary School, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill(25 Paperback), Donation of $80.75 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Kimberly S. As small as my students may seem, I know they could relate to this book so well. They are a diverse group and love books that they can relate to.
2nd Grade, Elfida P. Chavez Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (22 Paperback), Donation of $97.33 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Letty R. Thank you for your thoughtful donation and for encouraging students to read.
2nd Grade, Dr. Green Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (21 Hardcover), Donation of $177.98 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Joyce S. Thank you so much! This will be a nice surprise for my students and brighten their day!
3rd Grade, Western Hills Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes
(10 Hardcover), Donation of $95.22 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
1st Grade, Desert Wind Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (22 Paperback), Donation of $100.59 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
2nd Grade Bilingual, Pebble Hills Elementary, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Joe Hayes (22 Paperback), Donation of $96.50 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Veronica V. My students will be very surprised. I want them to remember that their teacher misses them. Receiving this book will encourage them to keep reading. I hope the book will help them remember this time in a positive way.
1st Grade, Desert Wind School, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF CAROL B.
Donation: My Pet Rattlesnake by Joe Hayes (22 Paperback), Donation of $97.33 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, JoAnne R. I teach at a title one school where many of my students have hardly, if any, books at home. I strive to share my love of reading with them. I think because of this, they love reading books as much as I do. In a time of such unpredictability, providing students with a way in which they can go away in their minds, laugh, and not have to worry about present day events, would be such a blessing to my little ones. Thank you!
5th Grade, Swan’s Island Elementary School, ME
SPONSORED
Donation: Don’t Say A Word, Mama / No digas nada, mamá by Joe Hayes (20 Paperback), Donation of $104.55 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Vivian S. ¡Muchas gracias! Trabajo en dos escuelas.
5th Grade, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED
Donation: Double Crossing by Eve Tal (10 Paperback), Donation of $60.70 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
3rd Grade, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED
Donation: Watch Out For Clever Women by Joe Hayes (6 Paperback), Donation of $47.55 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
1st Grade Campestre Elementary, Socorro TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF VICTORIA WEILL
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (23 Paperback), Donation of $100.46 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Edith M. Thank you for helping our Cobras continue their learning at home during this difficult time. You can help bring a smile to each of my students through the pages of a book. We are truly very appreciative of your donation. ?
1st Grade, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF VICTORIAL WEILL
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (5 Paperback), Donation of $27.92 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
3rd Grade Dual Language, Jornada Elementary, NM
SPONSORED
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca by Cynthia Weill (16 Paperback), Donation of $72.80 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Javier M.Thank you for the support and resources. I love and appreciate all of you.
2nd Grade, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED
Donation: Don’t Say a Word Mamá by Joe Hayes (5 Paperback), Donation of $30.42 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
1st Grade, Paso Del Norte Elementary, Socorro TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF ANDREA BLANCAS BELTRAN
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (17 Paperback), Donation of $78.53 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Patricia C: My students will really love reading this book and would get an opportunity to practice their early reading skills at home.
2nd Grade, Eastwood Heights Elementary, El Paso TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF ROGER BOREN
Donation:The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes(10 Paperback), Donation of $48.15 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, April S:My kids love when I read aloud to them. Most of my books are in my classroom and we aren’t allowed inside the building.
2nd Grade, Tornillo Elementary, El Paso TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF BLANCA CAMPOS, FROM THE PASOS PROGRAM
Donation: Don’t Say A Word Mamá by Joe Hayes (20 Paperback), Donation of $101.8 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Nora R: Thank you very much!
Anthony On-Track Pre-K, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF LISA P.
Donation: Don’t Say A Word, Mamá by Joe Hayes (22 Paperback), Donation of $110.75 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Nayda M. My students love story time. At this moment they are watching videos of me reading, and the idea of them being able turn the pages of their very own book is exciting. This kind of opportunity would allow us to connect on a much deeper and intentional level. It’s an opportunity that I would be grateful for.
4th Grade, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF THE PASOS PROGRAM
Donation: Watch Out For Clever Women by Joe Hayes (3 Paperback), Donation of $27.47 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
1st Grade, Tornillo Elementary, El Paso TX
SPONSORED
Donation: Don’t Say A Word Mamá by Joe Hayes (17 Paperback), Donation of $88.03 USD (Books and shipping)
2nd Grade, Kirbyville Elementary, Kirbyville TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF PAULA HOLMES
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (20 Paperback), Donation of $94.55 USD (Books and shipping)
Note from teacher, Christy G: This would be a huge blessing for my babies! Thank you for the opportunity!
Pre-Kindergarten, Tornillo ISD, TX
SPONSORED, THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF THE PASOS PROGRAM
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (5 Hardcover), Donation of $55.08 USD (Books and shipping)
3rd Grade Dual Language, Jornada Elementary, NM
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF ANN WEISGARBER.
Donation: Don’t Say A Word Mama / No Digas Nada, Mamá by Joe Hayes (5 Paperback), Donation of $30.43 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Javier M.We even get teacher’s guides, wow. Thank you!
Kindergarten, Tornillo Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF ANN WEISGARBER
Donation: The Dog Child by Simon Black (23 Hardcover), Donation of $219.54 USD (Books and shipping)
K-5th Grade, Chester Jordan Elementary
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF ALI LANDERS
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk by Joe Hayes (4 Paperback), Donation of $25.93 USD (Books and shipping)
Kindergarten, Frank Macias Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF THE UNITED WAY OF EL PASO
Donation: The Lovesick Skunk Joe Hayes (30 Paperback), Donation of $132.65 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
2-5th Grade, Frank Macias Elementary, TX
SPONSORED THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF THE UNITED WAY OF EL PASO
Donation: Mi Familia Calaca Cynthia Weill (74 Paperback), Donation of $309.03 USD (Books, teaching guides, and shipping)
Note from teacher, Denise B.Thank you for your consideration!