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Mrs. Norton from Lubbock, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Little Dreamers: Fueling Imagination One Story at a Time!

Help me give my students a collection of book options for our "Story Dream Machine," which brings storytime to life!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Norton's classroom raised $409

This project is fully funded

My Project

This project is aimed at enhancing the reading experience for my young learners through the innovative Story Dream Machine. This engaging tool transforms storytime into a magical adventure, allowing children to watch, listen, and read along as colorful lights and sound effects bring each story to life.

The Story Dream Machine is designed to foster early literacy skills by developing beginning reading abilities and word recognition.

As children see the words projected on the screen and hear a narrator read the stories, they are immersed in a rich learning environment that encourages them to explore the world of books.

One of the standout features of the Story Dream Machine is its user-friendly design. Students can independently control the volume, fast forward, or rewind stories with simple, kid-friendly controls. This independence not only boosts their confidence but also allows them to engage with stories at their own pace.

While I strive to create a print-rich classroom, our current selection of books for the Story Dream Machine is limited. I often read to my students, but this incredible tool empowers them to read independently, fostering a love for literature. The books we aim to acquire have been carefully chosen with my students' interests in mind, ensuring that they can select stories that resonate with them. This choice will help cultivate their enthusiasm for reading and encourage them to enjoy independent reading time.

With your generous support, we can expand our library of books for the Story Dream Machine, providing our students with a diverse range of stories that will inspire their imaginations and enhance their learning experience. Together, we can make storytime a magical journey that every child looks forward to!

Thank you for considering our project. Your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our young readers.

Mrs. Norton Alderson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

17 students impacted 7donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Oscar The Grouch & Friends Story Collection, Storytime Book Set, Books, Sesame Street, Audio Play Character, Learning Toy Gift Toddlers and Kids Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Day Family Collection, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda Awesomeness Collection, Storytime, Learning Books, DreamWorks Animation, Audio Play, Toy, Toddlers, Kids Girls Boys 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine DreamWorks Trolls Special Day Story Collection, Storytime, Books, DreamWorks Animation, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda Dragon Warrior Story Collection, Storytime, Books, DreamWorks Animation, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Duck, Duck, Dinosaur Story Collection, Storytime, Books, HarperCollins, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Cluck, Cluck Story Collection, Storytime, Books, HarperCollins, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Sesame Street Elmo & Friends Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Audio Play Character, Toy Gift for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Berenstain Bears Adventure Story Collection • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Big Shark, Little Shark Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Sesame Street Cookie Monster & Friends Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Axel The Truck Story Collection, Storytime, Books, HarperCollins, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine DreamWorks Trolls Hug, Sing & Dance Collection Story Collection, Storytime, Books, DreamWorks Animation, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Richard Scarry Busytown Story Collection, Storytime, Random House Children’s Learning Books, Audio Play Character, Toy Gift for Toddlers, Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.82 1 $14.82
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine World of Eric Carle The Very Story Collection, Storytime Book Set, DreamWorks Animation, Audio Play Character, Learning Toy Gift Toddlers & Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.46 1 $14.46
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Go, Go, Vehicles Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Trucks, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $13.93 1 $13.93
Berenstain Bears Audio Story Collection • Amazon Business $13.32 1 $13.32
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Colorful Cats Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Dino Story Collection, Dinosaurs, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $12.45 1 $12.45
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine I Love…! Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Magical Creatures Story Collection, Storytime, Books, Random House, Audio Play Character, Gift and Toy for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00

Materials cost

$312.73

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.31

Total project goal

$408.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $408.73

5 Donors

-$204.36

Donations toward project cost

-$173.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.65

Matching donations from our partners

-$204.36

Match offers toward project cost

-$173.71

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.65

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