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Mrs. Dewan from Las Vegas, NV is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Books and Clay

Help me give my students books to read and modeling clay to help with expression.

  • $663 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

This project expired on July 10, 2024.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I am reaching out to you with an exciting opportunity to enhance the educational experience of our class. We are embarking on a project acquire new books that will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and development of our young learners.

Books are not just pages filled with words; they are portals to new worlds, opportunities to explore, and keys to unlocking the vast potential within each child.

By providing our second graders with a diverse collection of books, we aim to cultivate a love for reading that extends far beyond the classroom.

Research consistently shows that early exposure to a variety of literature has a profound impact on literacy skills, cognitive development, and academic success. With your support, we can create a rich and engaging reading environment that will inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning.

Your contribution will directly impact the educational journey of our students, enabling them to discover the joy of reading and fostering a strong foundation for future academic achievements. Together, let's empower these young minds with the gift of knowledge through the magic of books.

Thank you for investing in the education of our class. Your generosity will make a lasting difference in the lives of these eager learners.

Thank you!

Mrs. Dewan Ira J Earl Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

Las Vegas, NV 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

24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 24 $264.00
The Invisible String - social emotional learning picture book (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $9.00 24 $216.00
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted, 2 oz. Cans, Multicolor, Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 5 $39.95

Materials cost

$519.95

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$562.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.31

Total project goal

$662.06

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