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Mrs. Kaercher from Bergen, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Lifelong Readers!

Help me give my students a classroom library to foster a love of reading!

  • $1,190 goal

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

My Project

Our classroom library is a beloved space where students embark on countless adventures through the pages of books. It's a place where imaginations soar, knowledge expands, and a lifelong love of reading is nurtured. However, our library shelves are looking a little bare. We need your help to replenish and expand our collection with exciting new titles, diverse stories, and engaging non-fiction books that will captivate and inspire our students.

Why are classroom libraries important?

A well-stocked library encourages students to read more, improving their literacy skills and overall academic performance. Students have access to a variety of books that spark curiosity and help students discover genres and authors they love.

A diverse collection exposes students to different cultures, perspectives, and experiences, broadening their understanding of the world. An inviting library space makes students feel comfortable and excited about reading.

Every contribution, big or small, will make a significant difference in the lives of our students. Together, we can fill our classroom library with the magic of reading and empower our students to become lifelong learners.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

Mrs. Kaercher Byron - Bergen Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

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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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series Box of Books , 21 Books of Boxed Set, Complete 1-21 Books Collection, Paperback, (Include the Deep End , Big Shot Diary) • Amazon Business $76.68 1 $76.68
Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1-10 Box Set) • Amazon Business $68.94 1 $68.94
Owl Diaries 12-Book Set • Amazon Business $52.44 1 $52.44
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion) • Amazon Business $46.38 1 $46.38
Junie B. Jones Complete First Grade Collection Box set • Amazon Business $38.44 1 $38.44
Kaplan Early Learning National Geographic Nonfiction Books - Level 2 - Set of 8 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $36.86 1 $36.86
Jan Brett's Winter Collection Box Set • Amazon Business $34.25 1 $34.25
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5 - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $21.86 1 $21.86
A Butterfly Is Patient (Sylvia Long) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
The Easter Egg • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
Here Comes Valentine Cat • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
The Tree That's Meant to Be: A Christmas Book for Kids • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
The Snowman's Song: A Christmas Story - Children's Christmas Books for Ages 4-8, Witness a Christmas Miracle as the Little Snowman Embarks On An Epic Journey to Sing a Song - Winter Books for Kids • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
The Super Tiny Ghost - Halloween Book for Kids Ages 3-8, Discover How A Ghost’s Dream to Appear Very Scary Shifts to Focusing On Spreading Joy Instead of Fear - Children Halloween Books • Amazon Business $14.75 1 $14.75
National Geographic Kids - Weirdest Animals on the Planet - Library Book • AKJ Education $14.59 1 $14.59
Hungry Bunny (Bunny Interactive Picture Books) • Amazon Business $14.51 1 $14.51
My Favorite Spooky Stories Box Set: A Box of 5 Halloween Books for Beginning Readers (I Can Read Level 2) • Amazon Business $13.91 1 $13.91
Piper Chen Sings • Amazon Business $13.60 1 $13.60
Snowy Valentine • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Singing in the Rain • Amazon Business $13.39 1 $13.39
The Roll-Away Pumpkin (The Roll-Away Series) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Tooth Fairy vs. the Easter Bunny • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt: (Spring Books for Kids, Gardening for Kids, Preschool Science Books, Children's Nature Books) (Over and Under) • Amazon Business $12.38 1 $12.38
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Full Color Edition (Classic Seuss) • Amazon Business $12.09 1 $12.09
The Night The Moon Went Missing • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
The Christmassy Cactus • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
The Worst Thanksgiving Book in the Whole Entire World (Entire World Books) • Amazon Business $11.67 1 $11.67
The Scarecrow: A Fall Book for Kids • Amazon Business $11.46 1 $11.46
The Leaf Thief: (The Perfect Fall Book for Children and Toddlers) • Amazon Business $11.29 1 $11.29
Batpig: When Pigs Fly (A Batpig Book) • Amazon Business $11.19 1 $11.19
Sam The Luckiest Clover: A Children's Book About Being Humble and Appreciating Friendship, Ages 2-4, Ages 4-8, Perfect St. Patrick's Day Gift • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
'Twas the Night Before Christmas on the Farm: Celebrate the Holidays with this Sweet Farm Animal Book for Children • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
The Secret Life Of Leprechauns: St. Patricks Day Picture Book For Preschoolers & Toddlers. Ideal for ages 2-6. • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books - National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $10.91 1 $10.91
Wilford and Blue, Paddy's Day Pincher: A Saint Patrick's Day Book for Kids (Wilford and Blue, Life on the Farm) • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee: (Read Aloud Books, Series Books for Kids, Books for Early Readers) (Mr. Magee, MCGE) • Amazon Business $10.83 1 $10.83
My Garden • Amazon Business $10.65 1 $10.65
I'll Love You Till the Cows Come Home • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
Busy Spring: Nature Wakes Up (Seasons in the wild) • Amazon Business $10.22 1 $10.22
Animals of Ireland - Ireland for Kids, Ireland Animal Book, Ireland Animal Book for Kids, Animals for Kids, Irish Animal Book for Kids, St. Patrick's Day for Kids (Animals of the World Series) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
The Nutcracker Larger Hardcover Classic Christmas Picture Book • Amazon Business $9.29 1 $9.29
Little Red Sleigh: A Heartwarming Christmas Book For Children (Little Heroes, Big Hearts) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Little Witch and the Big Pumpkin: A fall and Halloween picture book for kids age 3-5 • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
This Is Not a Valentine: (Valentines Day Gift for Kids, Children's Holiday Books) • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn: A Fall Book for Kids • Amazon Business $8.15 1 $8.15
The 12 Sleighs of Christmas: (Christmas Book for Kids, Toddler Book, Holiday Picture Book and Stocking Stuffer) • Amazon Business $7.70 1 $7.70
The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky: Over 150 Spooky Stickers Inside. A Halloween Book for Kids (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $7.67 1 $7.67
When Spring Comes: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins: A Halloween Book for Kids • Amazon Business $7.40 1 $7.40
Chicken Soup with Rice - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $7.26 1 $7.26
Mouse's First Fall (Classic Board Books) • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
The Invisible String (The Invisible String, 1) • Amazon Business $6.92 1 $6.92
It's Pumpkin Day, Mouse! (If You Give...) • Amazon Business $6.60 1 $6.60
Arthur Adventure Series - Arthur's Thanksgiving - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $6.56 1 $6.56
The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything: A Halloween Book for Kids • Amazon Business $6.44 1 $6.44
Adorable Animals (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Pete the Cat - Pete the Cat: The First Thanksgiving - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
Fancy Nancy - Fancy Nancy's Haunted Mansion: A Reusable Sticker Book for Halloween - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
Berenstain Bears - The Berenstain Bears: Thanksgiving All Around - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
Thanks for Thanksgiving - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
There Was an Old Lady - There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Clover! - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan: Includes More Than 30 Stickers! A Fall and Halloween Book for Kids • Amazon Business $4.79 1 $4.79
Lulu Goes to Witch School: A Halloween Book for Kids (I Can Read Level 2) • Amazon Business $4.79 1 $4.79
How to Catch an Elf • Amazon Business $4.63 1 $4.63
Fancy Nancy - Fancy Nancy and the Fall Foliage - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Horrible Harry - Horrible Harry at Halloween - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
National Geographic Readers - Bees (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2) - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
The Night Before Christmas (Little Golden Book) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$966.34

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,010.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$178.38

Total project goal

$1,189.22

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