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Ms. Torelli from Derby CT is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Brighter Futures: Support My Reading Intervention Workspace!

Help me give my students a comfortable and inviting space where they can develop their early literacy skills.

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My Project

My students are exceptional individuals, each with their unique strengths and challenges. My goal is to create a nurturing learning environment that supports their journey toward literacy success.

In the upcoming school year, I am moving my workspace, and would love help in creating a warm and welcoming reading space for my students.

The bookshelf will serve as a way for me to organize my teaching materials. In addition, it will provide my students with easy access to books tailored to their interests and levels.

The addition of an area rug will not only provide comfort but also foster a sense of community and collaboration. It will serve as a gathering place where students can engage in lively discussions, share their favorite books, and support each other on their reading journeys. A dimmable table lamp will offer adjustable lighting, creating a cozy atmosphere that encourages focused reading and reduces eye strain.

Ms. Torelli
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
FATORRI 6 Cube Storage Organizer with Shelf, Long Wood and Metal Cubby Bookcase, Industrial Horizontal Bookshelf (White Oak, 47 Inch) • Amazon Business $187.97 1 $187.97
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Simply Stylish Boho Rainbow My Sunshine Classroom Area Rug for Indoor Classroom Learning or Kid Bedroom Educational Play Mat, 5'x7'6", Multicolor • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
Schoolgirl Style Fadeless Designs Paper Roll, Southern Belle, 48 Inches x 50 Feet • School Specialty $32.02 1 $32.02
HappyHapi Book Ends Metal Bookends for Shelves,14 Pcs Book End to Hold Books Heavy Duty,Black Non-Skid Bookend,Book Holder Stopper for Shelf Office Home,6.5 x 5.7 x 4.9(7 Pairs, Large) • Amazon Business $18.39 1 $18.39
UNIFUN Table Lamp, Touch Sensor Bedside Lamps, Dimmable Warm White & Color Changing RGB Light for Bedroom,Living Room Gift Pack for Mom, Father’s Day and Other Holiday Use (Taller Size)… • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Simply Boho Fringe Border • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 2 $9.98
Boho Rainbow Border • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 2 $9.98

Materials cost

$435.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.20

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$476.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.01

Total project goal

$560.06

How we calculate what's needed

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