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Encouraging Reading With Dr. Seuss Incentives

Help me give my students fun Dr. Seuss reading incentives to encourage literacy. We need supplies to celebrate Read Across America Day on Dr. Seuss' birthday each year.

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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.

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Step right up, book-loving enthusiasts, and join us on a whimsical journey through the pages of imagination! We're on a mission to sprinkle some Seussian sparkle into our kindergarten classrooms and ignite a passion for reading that'll light up the sky like a star-studded night.

Picture this: a classroom transformed into a fantastical wonderland, where Cat in the Hat hats perch atop eager heads and Green Eggs and Ham-inspired snacks fuel the imaginations of our young readers.

But we can't create this magical world alone—we need your help!

By donating Dr. Seuss incentives, Read Across America party supplies, and Dr. Seuss birthday party favors, you're not just giving gifts; you're giving the gift of literacy, creativity, and boundless adventure. You're helping us build a community of readers who'll embark on literary escapades far beyond the pages of their favorite books.

Imagine the joy on their faces as they dive into Seuss's whimsical tales, the excitement in their voices as they share stories with friends, and the pride in their hearts as they realize the power of their own imaginations. That's the magic your donation can create.

Together, let's turn our classrooms into bustling centers of celebration, where every day is a party and every book is a guest of honor. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will make a world of difference in the lives of these young readers. So, let's spread the joy of reading like confetti and make literacy the life of the Seussian party!

Ms. Somers
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SNABETNA Dr. Seu16pcs Birthday Decorations, Double Sided Printed Birthday Party Gift Bags With 4 Styles, Paper Bags for Boy and Girl Birthday Party • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
SNABETNA Dr. Seu16pcs Birthday Decorations, Double Sided Printed Birthday Party Gift Bags With 4 Styles, Paper Bags for Boy and Girl Birthday Party • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
Raymond Geddes Dr Seuss Mini Memo Pad (Pack of 48) • Amazon Business $29.56 2 $59.12
Sanwuta 48 Pcs Large Bags Multi Color Tote Bags with Handle Reusable Rainbow Color Gift Bags Non Woven Groceries Totes Bags for Birthdays Party Gifts Shopping Bulk 12.6 x 9.8 x 6.7 Inch • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
Sanwuta 48 Pcs Large Bags Multi Color Tote Bags with Handle Reusable Rainbow Color Gift Bags Non Woven Groceries Totes Bags for Birthdays Party Gifts Shopping Bulk 12.6 x 9.8 x 6.7 Inch • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
Eureka Dr. Seuss Back to School Cat In The Hat Adjustable Classroom Party Hat, 32 pcs • Amazon Business $14.35 4 $57.40
Eureka Dr. Seuss Back to School Cat In The Hat Adjustable Classroom Party Hat, 32 pcs • Amazon Business $14.35 4 $57.40
Dr. Seuss Classroom Prizes Party Favors - Bundle of 24 Dr. Seuss Activity Packs for Elementary, Kindergarten, Pre-K | Coloring Pages, Stickers, More • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Dr. Seuss Classroom Prizes Party Favors - Bundle of 24 Dr. Seuss Activity Packs for Elementary, Kindergarten, Pre-K | Coloring Pages, Stickers, More • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
(24 Pcs) Dr Seuss Theme Birthday Party Favor, Back to School Rubber Wristbands Gift, Dr Seuss Party Silicone Wristbands, Rubber Wristbands, Dr Seuss Theme Party Theme Supplies Gift for Kids, Teens A12 • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
(24 Pcs) Dr Seuss Theme Birthday Party Favor, Back to School Rubber Wristbands Gift, Dr Seuss Party Silicone Wristbands, Rubber Wristbands, Dr Seuss Theme Party Theme Supplies Gift for Kids, Teens A12 • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Raymond Geddes Dr. Seuss Squeeze Balls (Pack of 12) - Assorted Squeeze Fidget Balls for Kids - Novelty Toys for Birthday Party Favors and Prizes • Amazon Business $15.84 2 $31.68
Raymond Geddes Dr. Seuss Squeeze Balls (Pack of 12) - Assorted Squeeze Fidget Balls for Kids - Novelty Toys for Birthday Party Favors and Prizes • Amazon Business $15.84 2 $31.68
Raymond Geddes 69384 Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Pen Set (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $15.73 2 $31.46
Raymond Geddes 69384 Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Pen Set (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $15.73 2 $31.46
Raymond Geddes 66869 Dr Seuss Assorted Bookmarks For Kids (Pack of 50) • Amazon Business $8.30 2 $16.60
Raymond Geddes 66869 Dr Seuss Assorted Bookmarks For Kids (Pack of 50) • Amazon Business $8.30 2 $16.60
Eureka Dr. Seuss ''Read'' Classroom Decoration Door Poster Kit, 34pcs, 45'' H • Amazon Business $16.55 1 $16.55
Eureka Dr. Seuss ''Read'' Classroom Decoration Door Poster Kit, 34pcs, 45'' H • Amazon Business $16.55 1 $16.55
120 Sheets Tissue Paper for Gift Bags 30 Colors - 14" x 20" Tissue Paper Bulk Gift Paper Tissue for Gift Wrapping, Arts Crafts, Party Decorations and DIY Paper Flower Pom Pom • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
120 Sheets Tissue Paper for Gift Bags 30 Colors - 14" x 20" Tissue Paper Bulk Gift Paper Tissue for Gift Wrapping, Arts Crafts, Party Decorations and DIY Paper Flower Pom Pom • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Cat in The Hat Party Supplies, 34Pcs Seuss Temporary Tattoos Party Favors Gifts, Removable Fake Tattoo Stickers for Goody Bag Treat Bag Stuff for Cat in The Hat Birthday Decorations • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Cat in The Hat Party Supplies, 34Pcs Seuss Temporary Tattoos Party Favors Gifts, Removable Fake Tattoo Stickers for Goody Bag Treat Bag Stuff for Cat in The Hat Birthday Decorations • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
50pcs Cat's Hat Stickers for Kids Water Bottles, Cute Funny Waterproof Vinyl Decals for Teachers Classroom Laptop Phone Scrapbook Helmet Motorcycle Luggage • Amazon Business $5.49 2 $10.98
50pcs Cat's Hat Stickers for Kids Water Bottles, Cute Funny Waterproof Vinyl Decals for Teachers Classroom Laptop Phone Scrapbook Helmet Motorcycle Luggage • Amazon Business $5.49 2 $10.98

Materials cost

$862.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$905.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$159.72

Total project goal

$1,064.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $1,064.81

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