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Mr. Cassoday from Indianapolis, IN is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Literacy on Fire: Kindle ing Our Reading Passion!

Help me give my students a Kindle Paperwhite e-reader to expand their access to engaging books, improve literacy skills, and spark a lifelong love for reading!

  • $249 goal

This project expired on June 20, 2025.

This project expired on June 20, 2025.

My Project

My students are curious, creative, and full of potential. They come to school each day eager to learn, but many face limited access to high-interest books that match their reading levels and interests. Despite these challenges, they are resilient, determined, and always ready to grow.

Imagine the excitement of a student who struggles to find books they love, suddenly holding a Kindle filled with endless possibilities—stories of adventure, history, mystery, and inspiration at their fingertips!

This e-reader will revolutionize our classroom reading experience by giving students access to a vast library that supports differentiated instruction and personal choice.

My goal is simple: to ignite a passion for reading in every student by removing barriers and making high-quality books accessible anytime, anywhere. Whether we’re using them for independent reading, small group discussions, or research projects, these Kindles will enhance literacy skills, increase engagement, and foster a lifelong love of books.

My students are unique because they never give up. They are future authors, historians, scientists, and leaders. With your help, they’ll have the resources to dream bigger, read farther, and achieve more than ever.

With just one Kindle Paperwhite, I can transform our classroom reading experience. This device will serve as a shared resource, allowing students to explore books they might never have had access to otherwise. It will be used for daily read-alouds, small group instruction, and independent reading time, helping students find books that inspire and challenge them.

By funding this project, you’re not just giving my students a Kindle—you’re giving them a passport to new worlds, a tool for learning, and a spark that could ignite a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them turn the page toward a brighter future!

Mr. Cassoday Genius School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Indianapolis, IN View local requests 35 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32 GB) - 2024 - Metallic Black • Best Buy Education $178.76 1 $178.76

Materials cost

$178.76

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$211.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.31

Total project goal

$248.75

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