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Mrs. Scott from Bossier City, LA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Books for Everyone!

Help me give my students a classroom library with books on their level, that they enjoy reading.

  • $360 goal

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

My Project

Every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of reading. However, for many students, this joy is often diminished when they struggle with books that are too difficult or when they are given materials that fail to capture their interest. This is why it is essential to provide students with books that align with their reading levels and personal interests, ensuring they develop strong literacy skills and a lifelong love for reading.

When students are given books beyond their reading level, they may struggle to comprehend the text, leading to discouragement and a loss of confidence.

By providing books that match their current abilities, we can help students build their skills gradually, fostering both competence and motivation. Success in reading strengthens their academic performance across all subjects, as literacy is the foundation for learning. Additionally, when students are engaged with books that align with their interests, they are more likely to read independently and develop a positive association with reading.

Your support can make a profound difference in the lives of students who deserve the chance to grow as confident and enthusiastic readers. By donating to provide books that are both accessible and engaging, you are empowering students to develop literacy skills that will benefit them for a lifetime. Together, we can create a classroom where every child finds a book that sparks their imagination and fuels their love of learning.

Mrs. Scott Curtis Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Bossier City, LA 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

50 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Little Critter Series: 16 Books Set • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
Unicorn Diaries Series 7 Books Set (Book #1 - #7) • Amazon Business $39.14 1 $39.14
The Bad Seed Children Reading 5 books set • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Skippyjon Jones Series 4 Books Set (Paperback Edition) • Amazon Business $35.23 1 $35.23
I Can Read : Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear, Biscuit Loves the Library, Biscuit Visits the Big City, Biscuit Meets the Class Pet, Biscuit and the Little Pup, Biscuit Takes a Walk - 6 Book Set • Amazon Business $33.58 1 $33.58
Pete the Cat: 9 book Set • Amazon Business $32.00 1 $32.00
Pigeon Series 7 Book Set : Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus / Stay up Late. Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog ....and 4 More Titles • Amazon Business $32.00 1 $32.00

Materials cost

$249.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$305.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.92

Total project goal

$359.47

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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