Creating a Cozy & Engaging Space for Lifelong Learners
Help me give my students flexible seating for a cozy reading corner, a supportive teacher chair for read-alouds, engaging basketball-themed flashcards, and hands-on learning tools that keep them excited to grow.
$1,042 goal
This project expired on October 4, 2025.
This project expired on October 4, 2025.
My Project
My students are bright, creative, and full of energy—but they need a space that matches their potential. I’m building a reading and learning corner that fosters focus, comfort, and fun! With your support, I hope to bring in flexible floor seats, a supportive teacher chair for read-aloud time, interactive basketball-themed flashcards (because yes, we learn while we dribble!), and other key learning tools that make engagement easier and more exciting. A Teachers Pay Teachers gift card will allow me to purchase engaging, standards-based resources tailored to my students’ needs—saving time and bringing fresh, creative lessons into our classroom!
These resources will help strengthen literacy skills through a cozy, welcoming reading nook.
It will also support active learners with movement-friendly learning (basketball flashcards = game-changer!). Lastly, it will create a classroom culture that feels safe, inspiring, and fun
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
HBCU Alum25 students impacted
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$24.99
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$24.99
Light Mauve Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, White Shiplap - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Lightweight
• School Specialty
$18.97
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$18.97
Calming Blue Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll
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$18.97
1
$18.97
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$15.95
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Boho Classroom Tree Bulletin Board Set with Heart Shape Cutouts, Welcome Classroom Bulletin Tree Wall Decors Supplies for School Elementary Teacher Chalkboard
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$12.99
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$12.99
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Materials cost
$827.77
Vendor shipping charges
$15.01
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$12.42
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$885.20
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$156.21
Total project goal
$1,041.41
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