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Ms. Jones from Florissant, MO is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Classroom Reading Corner Promotes a Love for Reading!

Help me give my students a cozy reading corner. A classroom reading corner is much more than just a place to store books. It is a vital and intentional space that provides numerous benefits.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Jones's classroom raised $961

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My Project

A classroom reading corner is much more than just a place to store books. It is a vital and intentional space that provides numerous academic, social, and emotional benefits for students.

A cozy reading corner will promote a love for reading, enhance literacy skills and support social and emotional development.

By offering a cozy, comfortable, and visually appealing space, a reading corner helps children associate reading with positive feelings. It's a place where they can relax and get lost in a book, making reading a joyful activity rather than a chore.

A dedicated reading nook gives students the freedom to choose their own books and read at their own pace. This autonomy fosters a sense of ownership over their learning and helps them discover their personal interests. Consistent and independent reading practice in a quiet space helps students build their reading skills. They are able to focus and develop better fluency and comprehension. By nurturing early literacy skills, reading corners help prepare students for future academic success. Research has shown a connection between a "well-defined" reading area and an increase in student learning progress.

A reading corner can serve as a safe haven for students who need a quiet moment to de-stress, self-regulate, or take a break from the noise and activity of a busy classroom. Reading stories about different characters and situations helps children understand complex emotions and develop empathy for others. Reading corners can be a space for students to share stories, make book recommendations to their peers, or engage in group reading activities, which helps to build a sense of community.

Ms. Jones Halls Ferry Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Florissant, MO 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
Calming Colors® Giant Pillows - Set of 4 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $389.00 1 $389.00
Recaceik Tufted Soft Stuffed Bean Bag Chair with Filler, Fluffy Lazy Sofa, Imperial Lounger Giant Bean Bag Chair for Bedroom, Living Room, Bule • Amazon Business $90.09 2 $180.18
Comfy Rectangular Classroom Carpet - 4' x 6' - Navy Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Fumete 12 Pcs 16 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant) • Amazon Business $76.99 1 $76.99

Materials cost

$775.17

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$816.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$144.14

Total project goal

$960.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$960.94

3 Donors

-$511.71

Donations toward project cost

-$434.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$76.75

Matching donations from our partners

-$449.23

Match offers toward project cost

-$381.85

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$67.38

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$0.00

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