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Ms. Stephens from Reno, NV is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Books Galore: Series, Biographies, and Quirky Tales

Help me give my students diverse and playful books, including the inspiring "Little People, Big Dreams" series, to spark imaginations and introduce young readers to amazing role models.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Stephens's classroom raised $585

This project is fully funded

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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

The books we're seeking will enrich our second graders' educational journeys. Through engaging narratives and informative texts, these books will bolster literacy, expand their knowledge across various subjects, and stimulate creativity. By accessing a diverse array of books, our students will develop a profound appreciation for story telling. Our overarching goal is to cultivate a robust library that not only promotes literacy but also nurtures curiosity, celebrates diversity, and inspires a love of reading.

Specifically, we aim to enhance reading engagement, and encourage exploration of different cultures and perspectives.

What truly sets our students apart is their innate curiosity, creativity, and resilience. Each child brings a unique personality to our classroom, creating a vibrant learning community. Their enthusiasm for learning inspires us daily, and reminds us the importance of fostering a lifelong love for reading and knowledge.

Ms. Stephens Lemmon Valley Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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
Little People Big Dreams Series 5 Collection Books Set Book 21 To 25 (Stephen Hawking, Muhammad Ali, Maria Montessori, Vivienne Westwood, Mahatma Gandhi) • Amazon Business $67.89 1 $67.89
Grumpy Monkey Series 4 Books Set (Hardcover) • Amazon Business $66.95 1 $66.95
The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Couch Potato, and The Cool Bean (4 Book Set) by Jory John (Paperback) 2022 • Amazon Business $49.95 1 $49.95
Little People Big Dreams Series 3 Collection 5 Books Set Book (11 To 15) (Ella Fitzgerald, Jane Austen, Georgia O'Keeffe, Harriet Tubman, Mother Teresa) • Amazon Business $47.52 1 $47.52
The Ultimate Stink-tastic Collection 10 Books Box Set by Megan McDonald • Amazon Business $39.89 1 $39.89
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 $30.40 1 $30.40
Little People BIG DREAMS Black Voices Set (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $30.00 1 $30.00
Really Good Stuff Durable Book and Binder Holder - 4pack, Cool & Calm Color Collection, 5 ?? x 12 ?? x 7 ??, Classroom Organization, Storage Solution, Sturdy and Versatile • Amazon Business $28.74 1 $28.74
Little people, big dreams series 1 : 5 books collection bundle set ( Maya Angelou ,Marie Curie,Frida Kahlo,Coco Chanel,Amelia Earhart) • Amazon Business $26.95 1 $26.95
Magic Tree House Graphic Novel Starter Set: (A Graphic Novel Boxed Set) (Magic Tree House (R)) • Amazon Business $22.26 1 $22.26
Big - Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.00 1 $18.00
Green Is a Chile Pepper: A Book of Colors (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 1 $11.00

Materials cost

$459.55

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$496.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.61

Total project goal

$584.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$584.05

9 Donors

-$584.05

Donations toward project cost

-$496.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$87.61

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$0.00

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