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Mrs. Yerkish from Brea, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring Video Games & Video Game Design in the Library!

Help me give my students books on video games to explore the world of gaming and video game design.

  • $498 goal

This project expired on January 13, 2026.

This project expired on January 13, 2026.

My Project

Books on video game design and video games provide a valuable and engaging way for kids to develop a wide range of skills. They offer an alternative to simply playing games by teaching children the principles behind their creation. These books often guide young readers through the entire design process, from storytelling and character development to level design and game mechanics. Video game books provide a new format for kids to engage with their favorite games, offering a different way to explore gaming worlds and introducing new concepts and skills.

Books about gaming and video game design help children learn about game systems, explore creative building, and introduce video game design as a potential career.

Reading books on video gaming and design can help kids learn to think critically and apply logical problem-solving, which are skills that are essential not only for game creation but for many aspects of their lives. This hands-on, project-based approach makes learning fun and meaningful, turning a favorite pastime into an educational opportunity.

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Mrs. Yerkish

Mrs. Yerkish Olinda Elementary School Grades 3-5 Brea, CA View local requests 700 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Minecraft-Inspired Misadventures of Frigiel & Fluffy Vol 1-5 Box Set (Minecraft-inspired Misadventures of Frigiel & Fluffy, 1-5) • Amazon Business $37.29 1 $37.29
Minecraft Stonesword Saga Chapter Book Boxed Set (Minecraft Stonesword Saga) • Amazon Business $33.92 1 $33.92
Minecraft: Gather, Cook, Eat! Official Cookbook (Gaming) • Amazon Business $11.54 2 $23.08
Pokémon Storybook Treasury (Pokémon) • Amazon Business $10.92 2 $21.84
Enciclopedia Pokemon / Pokemon Encyclopedia - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $19.67 1 $19.67
My Pokémon Baking Book: Delightful Bakes Inspired by the World of Pokémon (Pokemon) • Amazon Business $18.26 1 $18.26
Trapped in Class (Video Game Elementary) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Jordan J and the Truth About Jordan J: The Kids Under the Stairs • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Minecraft: Mob Squad: An Official Minecraft Novel • Amazon Business $16.10 1 $16.10
LEGO Minecraft Ideas: With Exclusive Mini Model (Lego Ideas) • Amazon Business $15.27 1 $15.27
Kolewo4ever 100 Pieces Video Game Themed Pencils Assortment Cylinder Wood Pencils with Various Game Pattern Icons for Party Favors Birthday Party Supplies • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Gotta Catch a What?! (Pokémon: Graphic Collection) (Pokémon Chapter Books) • Amazon Business $13.68 1 $13.68
The Minecraft Ideas Book: Create the Real World in Minecraft with 70+ Awesome Builds • Amazon Business $13.20 1 $13.20
Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy!: A Branches Book (Press Start! #1) (1) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Understanding AI • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Catch the Creeper! (Minecraft) • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
The Amazing World of Video Game Development • Amazon Business $11.10 1 $11.10
Minecraft: The Lost Journals: An Official Minecraft Novel • Amazon Business $10.65 1 $10.65
Minecraft Dungeons: The Rise of the Arch-Illager: An Official Minecraft Novel • Amazon Business $10.32 1 $10.32
Minecraft - Minecraft: Where's the Zombie? - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $9.48 1 $9.48
How To Train Your Pokemon: A guide to keeping your Pokemon happy and healthy • Amazon Business $7.82 1 $7.82
Outus 50 Video Game Bookmarks for Gamer Birthday Party, Pixelated Bookmarks for Pixelated Treat Bag Video Game Party Decoration Paper Tag Card Classroom Awards Teacher • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$355.11

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $32.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$422.93

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.63

Total project goal

$497.56

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