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Ms. Rivera from Las Vegas, NV is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Reading Corner

Help me give my students a peaceful and inviting reading corner with bwan bag seats, books and pencils where they can escape into the world of books to encourage a love for reading while offering a calming retreat from the hustle of the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Rivera's classroom raised $192

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help me give my students a peaceful and inviting reading corner where they can escape into the world of books. A comfortable space filled with cozy seating, soft lighting, and a diverse selection of books will encourage a love for reading while offering a calming retreat from the hustle of the classroom.

This dedicated space will help improve focus, comprehension, and critical thinking skills, allowing students to immerse themselves in literature without distractions.

It will also foster independent reading habits, build confidence, and spark curiosity—essential components of academic success. With your generosity, I can create a sanctuary that nurtures both their minds and their well-being, empowering them to become lifelong learners.

Ms. Rivera Walter Jacobson Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Las Vegas, NV View local requests

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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Book Bin Set - Level P (Gr. 3-4) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils Bulk (12 per pack in 16 packs) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Educational Insights My Feeling Bean Bags, Set of 10 Bean Bags, Social Emotional Learning, Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Must Haves, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
My Respectful Robot: A Children's Social Emotional Learning Book About Manners and Respect (Thoughtful Bots) • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79

Materials cost

$128.77

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$163.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.80

Total project goal

$192.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $192.00

2 Donors

-$192.00

Donations toward project cost

-$163.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.80

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 $0.00

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