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Ms. Koon from Duncan, SC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Taste for Reading: Book Tasting Events in the Library

Help me give my students opportunities to explore new books in a fun and engaging way!

  • $240 goal

This project expired on August 29, 2025.

This project expired on August 29, 2025.

My Project

We are seeking funding to support engaging and immersive "Book Tasting" events in our school library. These events are designed to spark student interest in reading by transforming the library into a café-style setting where students can sample a variety of books across genres. Grant funds will be used to purchase essential supplies such as tablecloths, menus, decorations, bookmarks, and book displays to create an inviting, café-like atmosphere. Possible themes include "Taco Bout Books", "Donut Forget to Read", etc. This initiative promotes literacy, student choice, and a lifelong love of reading in a fun, interactive environment.

Ms. Koon Abner Creek Academy Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Duncan, SC View local requests

More than half of 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

821 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Eureka Taco Scented Bookmarks, 24 Per Pack, 3 Packs (EU-834035-3) • Quill.com $18.89 2 $37.78
Geyoga 36 Pieces Pirate Eye Patches Kids Black Felt Captain Skull One Eye Patches Mask Bulk Cosplay Props for Halloween Pirate Theme Party Children's Party Favors, Age 6 + • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
[250 Pack] Large Disposable Brown Kraft Paper Food Trays, 2-Lb Concession Tray, Serving Boats for Party Snacks, Taco Bar, Seafood, Nachos Plates • Amazon Business $22.76 1 $22.76
Funnytree 8 x 6 FT Ice Cream Parlor Shop Backdrop Summer Pink Sweet Candy Princess Girl Baby Shower Birthday Photography Background Doughnut Party Decor Banner Photo Booth • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
7 x 5 ft Mexican Fiesta Backdrop Photo Booth Party Props Large Fabric Carnival Background Colorful Flag Floral Striped Banner Table Decor for Taco Bar Day of The Dead Halloween Party Decorations • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
MEETSIOY Paint Art Backdrop Colored Oil Painting Photography Background Themed Party Photo Booth Backdrop 7x5ft PMT648 • Amazon Business $13.43 1 $13.43
Boao Neon Glow Party Backdrop Fabric Let Glow Background Glow Party Themed Backdrop Neon Birthday Party Decorations for Neon Themed Party Birthday Party, 5.9 x 3.6 Ft • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
300 PCS Water Bottle Stickers, Cute Stickers for Hydroflasks VSCO Sticker Packs Cute Vinyl Waterproof Stickers for Water Bottles, Skateboard Phone Laptop Stickers for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $7.87 1 $7.87
100 Pieces Cute Sweets Stickers Sweet Treats Candy Ice Cream Donuts Cupcake Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Decals for Laptop Water Bottle Skateboard Luggage Party Decoration Craft • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$159.77

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$11.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$203.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.90

Total project goal

$239.33

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