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Mrs. Garces from Union City, NJ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Library

Help me give my students read at their own pace while enjoying their quiet time. It’s a wonderful place to encourage reading. It positively influence but also read a book without being disturbed by others

  • $994 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 items that I put on the list are to be used in the library such as the books children as young as three years old will come into the library and be able to look at books and build their way to reading.

The students who come to the library are special because they are engaging with the library resources which can be beneficial to their development and learning.

School libraries offer a pleasant environment. The bulletin board will display the children’s work they did after reading a book.

Mrs. Garces Robert Waters 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.

Union City, NJ 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

200 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Quill Brand? Mcallum Bonded Leather Manager Chair, Gray (51474) • Quill.com $224.79 1 $224.79
Crayola Combo Classpack Kids' Crayon/Marker Set Broad Assorted Colors 256/Carton (52-3349) • Staples $63.38 1 $63.38
Staples Cork Bulletin Board Aluminum Frame 4'W x 3'H (28345-CC) • Staples $61.44 1 $61.44
X-ACTO Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, SafeStart Auto-Motor, Ideal for Home and School Use • Amazon Business $42.38 1 $42.38
The ABCs of Black History (hardcover) - picture books for classroom library • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
Franco Dr. Seuss The Grinch Holiday & Christmas Bedding Super Soft Plush 20 Inch Cuddle Pillow Buddy,(Officially Licensed Product) • Amazon Business $26.03 1 $26.03
Spanish for Kids Set 2: Beginner Reader Box Set – 10 Early Readers with Online Audio | Jump-Start Learning Spanish with First Words & Phrases (Ages 3-8) | Language Together • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Scotch Magic Tape, Invisible, 3/4 in x 1000 in, 12 Tape Rolls, Clear, Refill, Home Office and Back to School Classroom Supplies • Quill.com $23.24 1 $23.24
Super Hero Board Books Ultimate Bundle Set Toddlers Kids -- 12 Shaped Board Books Featuring Batman, Superman, Spiderman and More • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping Packing Tape, Clear, Shipping and Packaging Supplies, 1.88 in. x 54.6 yd., 6 Tape Rolls • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
Childcraft Construction Paper, 9 x 12 Inches, Assorted Colors, 500 Sheets - Lightweight • School Specialty $14.92 1 $14.92
AFMAT Effortless Stapler for Desk, 50 Sheet Capacity, Low Force, Built-in Staple Remover, One Finger Touch Stapling Desktop Stapler, Portable & Space Save Size, Good for Home & Office, Blue • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.21 1 $14.21
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $7.06 2 $14.12
Teacher's Scissors - 8 1/4", 3 1/2" Cut • Blick Art Materials $4.70 3 $14.10
Mater's Birthday Surprise (Step Into Reading - Level 2) • Amazon Business $13.40 1 $13.40
Aurora® Whimsical Dr. Seuss™ Sam I Am Stuffed Animal - Magical Storytelling - Officially Licensed - Multicolor 12 Inches • Amazon Business $13.33 1 $13.33
Santa Claus vs. the Easter Bunny: A Laugh-Out-Loud Funny Easter Book for Kids • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Black is...: Picture Book For Kids Celebrating the Diversity and Beauty of Black Culture & History (Holiday Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $12.56 1 $12.56
Aurora World Dr Seuss - 8" Cat in The Hat • Amazon Business $12.02 1 $12.02
Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Colors: My First Pop-Up! (A Pop Magic Book) • Amazon Business $8.63 1 $8.63
Color Your Classroom Class Schedule Bulletin Board Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $8.49 1 $8.49
KIDS PREFERRED World of Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Bean Bag Toy, 10 inches • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39
The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $8.02 1 $8.02
THE PIG WHO LOVED TO DIG: Children's Books (Fun, Cute, Rhyming Bedtime Story for Baby & Preschool Readers about Pete the Pig Who Loved to Dig!) (Cutest Animal Nursery Rhymes) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Learn to Read: Sight Words Storybook: 25 Simple Stories & Activities for Beginner Readers • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
Rosie Goes to Preschool • Amazon Business $7.52 1 $7.52
Celebrating Groundhog Day: History, Traditions, and Activities – A Holiday Book for Kids (Holiday Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
World of Eric Carle - The Very Hungry Caterpillar's ABC - Board Book • AKJ Education $6.56 1 $6.56
What's Up, Duck?: A Book of Opposites (Duck & Goose) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
La pequeña locomotora que sí pudo English-Spanish Edition) (The Little Engine That Could) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
A4 - Pete the Cat Checks Out the Library - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
The Little Engine That Could (Little Golden Book) • Amazon Business $4.49 1 $4.49
I Can Read. Level 1 - Fancy Nancy and the Too-Loose Tooth - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Step Into Reading - My Loose Tooth - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Marvel Spiderman Sticker Book Over 200+ - Perfect for Gifts, Party Favor, Goodies, Reward, Scrapbooking, Stocking Stuffer, Children Craft, Classroom, School for Kids Girls, Boys, Toddlers • Amazon Business $3.95 1 $3.95
Munsch Early Readers - Pigs Early Reader - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $3.64 1 $3.64

Materials cost

$790.96

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.86

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$844.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.06

Total project goal

$993.74

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