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Ms. Wells from Waukesha WI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspire Young Readers With a Classroom Library

Help me give my students a proper library. Our school had a library donated to it but we need shelves to display them.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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.

My Project

Classroom libraries play a crucial role in enhancing students' literacy skills, expanding their knowledge, and fostering a passion for learning. Therefore, it is essential for every classroom to have a well-organized library.

First and foremost, classroom libraries are instrumental in boosting literacy among students.

Having easy access to a variety of books at school motivates students to read more frequently, thus improving their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and overall literacy skills. Research has shown that students who have regular access to books are more likely to excel academically and develop a lifelong love for reading.

Furthermore, classroom libraries expose students to new ideas and diverse perspectives. By offering a wide range of books on different subjects, genres, and cultures, these libraries provide students with the opportunity to explore unfamiliar topics and broaden their understanding of the world around them. Exposure to diverse literature encourages empathy, critical thinking, and an appreciation for different viewpoints, which are essential skills for success in a global society.

In addition to academic benefits, classroom libraries also play a significant role in creating a love of learning among students. When students have the freedom to choose books that interest them, they are more engaged in reading and more enthusiastic about learning in general. A well-stocked library with age-appropriate and culturally relevant books can spark curiosity, creativity, and a thirst for knowledge in students, ultimately fostering a lifelong passion for learnin

Ms. Wells
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Angeles Value Line Kids Bookshelf Organizer, 3-Shelf Classroom Bookshelf for Kids and Toddlers • Amazon Business $251.26 2 $502.52
Aheaplus Rotating Bookshelf, 360 Display Corner Bookshelf for Small Space, 4 Tier Floor Standing Bookcase Storage Rack, Wood Narrow Organizer for Bedroom, Living Room, Study Room, Black • Amazon Business $129.99 2 $259.98
10 Book Bundle - Lee & Low Anti-Racism Collection (Grades 3-5 Book Set) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $110.00 1 $110.00
nuLOOM Rosanne Transitional Striped Area Rug, 4' x 6', Blue, Rectangular, 0.4" Thick • Amazon Business $49.64 1 $49.64
Genre Book Spine Labels for Classroom Library | 450PCS Teacher Supplies Stickers for Classroom Book Shelf (15 Genre) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$936.13

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$985.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$173.85

Total project goal

$1,159.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,159.02

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 $1,159.02

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