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Ms. Abdul-Malik from Philadelphia, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Collaborate to Cozy Up the Resource Room Reading Nook!

Help me give my students a cozy reading nook with comfortable furniture, a white noise machine to drown out distractions from the hallway, and flexible seating for small group learning in our reading area.

  • $570 goal

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

My Project

The 3rd-4th grade Resource Room is in need of a makeover. We need comfortable, yet flexible seating for our reading nook/literacy center. The patio furniture will upgrade the space, the light covers and backdrop will bring a touch of nature to our windowless classroom. The pillows and seat cushions will add a comfortable touch and encourage students to relax and read. The classroom job chart will encourage responsibility and respect for our materials. The white noise machine will allow for greater concentration and drown our noise/distractions from the hallway. Pawz the Calming Pup color will encourage calmness and with it's 5-10 minute timer give a visual representation to the time spent in the reading nook, ensuring that all students get their chance to read.

Help me brighten our space and encourage comfort, responsibility as well as a love for literacy!

Ms. Abdul-Malik Sankofa Freedom Academy Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Philadelphia, PA 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

HBCU Alum 34 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids SoftZone Floor Cushions, Square, Flexible Seating, Contemporary, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $63.99 2 $127.98
Greesum 3 Pieces Patio Dining PE Rattan Wicker Chair Furniture Set with Cushion and Glass Coffee Table for Outdoor Garden Backyard Poolside, Brown and Beige • Amazon Business $99.97 1 $99.97
ECR4Kids SoftZone Floor Cushions, Round, Flexible Seating, Contemporary, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $63.99 1 $63.99
ROCEEI Pack of 4 Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Lights, 4 x 2 ft, Magnetic Light Covers for Classroom Office Home School(Season) • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Hand2Mind Pawz the Calming Pup: Auto-Adjusting Lights for Mindfulness, Guides Breathing, and Reduces Anxiety • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
BXFAHZJ Classroom Pillows Throw Pillow Cover Library Decor Reading Nook Book Theme 18x18 Inch Set of 4 Decor for Home Reading Room Dorm Gifts for Book Lovers Student. • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
ROCEEI Pack of 4 Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Lights, 4 x 2 ft, Magnetic Light Covers for Classroom Office Home School(Blue Sky White Clouds) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Burosev Let’s Read Soft Throw Pillow Cover, Reading Book Club Quotes Decorative Pillowcase, Reading Nook Decor Decorations for College Dormitory Nursery Home Bedroom Sofa Kids Room (18 x 18 Inch) • Amazon Business $9.88 2 $19.76
Allenjoy 7x5ft Spring Window Scenery Photography Backdrop White Windowsill Floral Green Forest Natural Photocall Background Party Banner Wall Decor Newborn Baby Kids Family Photo Shoot Booth Props • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$447.61

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$484.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.47

Total project goal

$569.79

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