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Ms. Emily Rodriguez from N Bergen, NJ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Emily Rodriguez's classroom raised $227

Building Bright Minds: A Kindergarten Teacher's Wishlist for Enchanting Storybooks

Help me give my students a world of wonder by contributing to our expanding and enchanting classroom library.

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Ms. Emily Rodriguez Lincoln Elementary School 5
N Bergen, NJ Grades PreK-2

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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

As a kindergarten teacher, I firmly believe in the power of books in shaping young minds. Introducing captivating and diverse storybooks to my students not only cultivates a love for reading but also nurtures essential cognitive and emotional development. Each story serves as a gateway to imagination, sparking curiosity and expanding their understanding of the world around them. By purchasing a variety of kid-friendly books, we can create a rich literary environment that fosters early literacy skills, language development, and a lifelong love for learning.

Additionally, incorporating Dr. Seuss plush dolls into our classroom can enhance the immersive and interactive experience of storytelling.

These beloved characters bring the magic of Dr. Seuss's whimsical tales to life, creating a multisensory engagement that captivates young learners. As the children hold and interact with the plush dolls, the stories become more tangible and memorable, contributing to a positive and enjoyable learning atmosphere. The combination of engaging books and Dr. Seuss plush companions not only supports academic growth but also fosters a warm and welcoming environment that encourages social interaction, creativity, and a sense of joy in the early stages of education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

21 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Emily Rodriguez Lincoln Elementary School 5 Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

N Bergen, NJ 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

21 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
A library of Classic Case of Dr. Seuss 20 books Collection box set • Amazon Business $41.63 1 $41.63
Kaplan Early Learning Pete the Cat Doll and 4 Paperback Book Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $40.46 1 $40.46
Aurora Plush Bundle of 3, 20" Cat in the Hat, and 12" Thing 1 & 12" Thing 2 • Amazon Business $36.85 1 $36.85
Capstone Press I See Seasons Books - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $23.36 1 $23.36
Raymond Geddes 69689 Dr Seuss Book Erasers For Kids (Pack of 48) • Amazon Business $9.02 1 $9.02
I am Martin Luther King, Jr. (Ordinary People Change the World) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$160.31

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$192.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.01

Total project goal

$226.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $226.72

1 Donor

-$226.72

Donations toward project cost

-$192.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.01

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