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Mrs. Wands from Somerset, NJ is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Give Each Child a Golden (book) Ticket!

Help me give my students their very own copy of our shared read-aloud.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Wands's classroom raised $239

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am a firm believer in the power of literature to inspire, educate, and entertain young minds. It is with this belief in mind that I would like to provide copies of the classic children's book, "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl, to our classroom. This timeless story has captivated generations of readers with its whimsical characters, imaginative world, and valuable life lessons. Currently, we are reading it aloud to our class and it has sparked a big interest in reading. This book has the potential to transport children to a world of wonder and imagination, while also instilling important values like kindness, perseverance, and the importance of good character.

Your contribution will not only provide a copy of this cherished book but also contribute to the educational and personal growth of the children who receive it.

We believe that fostering a love for reading is an investment in the future of our community, empowering children with the knowledge, creativity, and empathy that literature can offer.

Mrs. Wands Hillcrest Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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More than half of 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

75 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $6.56 26 $170.56

Materials cost

$170.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$203.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.84

Total project goal

$238.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$238.96

2 Donors

-$220.14

Donations toward project cost

-$203.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.02

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.82

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$0.00

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