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Mrs. Murray from Charlotte, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Adventure Awaits: Bringing Modern Myths to Our Classroom

Help me give my students Artemis Fowl books for our class library, tri fold boards for projects, and border.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $170 goal
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Mrs. Murray Whitewater Academy
Charlotte, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

My students are naturally curious and eager to explore the world around them, and I want to provide them with engaging opportunities to think deeply and creatively. With high-interest books like Artemis Fowl, students will be drawn into rich, complex storytelling that strengthens comprehension, critical thinking, and a love of reading. At the same time, tri-fold boards will allow students to showcase their plant research projects in a meaningful, hands-on way—encouraging them to take ownership of their learning as they investigate, design, and present their findings like real scientists.

To further enhance our classroom environment, bulletin board borders will help us create a welcoming and visually inspiring space where student work can be proudly displayed.

Celebrating their projects not only builds confidence but also fosters a sense of community and pride in their accomplishments. Through these resources, students will learn to communicate their ideas clearly, engage in creative expression, and develop a deeper appreciation for both literature and science. Your support will help bring these experiences to life and make learning both exciting and memorable.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

850 students impacted
Mrs. Murray Whitewater Academy Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

850 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ctosree 18 Pcs 14 * 22 Inch Tri Fold Poster Board Bulk, Science Fair Project Display Paperboard, Single Wall, Lightweight Presentation Board (Black) • Amazon Business $26.39 2 $52.78
Artemis Fowl Collection 8 Books Set (Artemis Fowl / Time Paradox / Atlantis Complex / Opal Deception / Arctic Incident / Eternity Code / Lost Colony & The Last Guardian) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Teacher Created Resources Composition Straight Rolled Border Trim - 50ft - Decorate Bulletin Boards, Walls, Desks, Windows, Doors, Lockers, Schools, Classrooms, Homeschool & Offices • Amazon Business $6.74 1 $6.74

Materials cost

$104.51

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$144.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.45

Total project goal

$169.68

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