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Ms. Stosic from Astoria, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lucky Discoveries: Nonfiction Books That Spark Curiosity

Help me give my students access to the Who Was? series, so they can explore the lives of influential historical figures and be inspired by their remarkable stories.

  • $272 goal

This project expired on July 8, 2025.

This project expired on July 8, 2025.

My Project

As we march into March, I’m excited to focus on expanding our classroom library with a fresh collection of nonfiction books. This month, we’ll dive into the world of real stories, incredible facts, and fascinating discoveries that can open young minds to the endless possibilities of learning.

Nonfiction books are more than just texts; they are windows into the real world.

Whether it's exploring the wonders of nature, understanding history, or discovering new ideas, nonfiction books provide students with the tools they need to think critically, ask questions, and make connections to the world around them.

Ms. Stosic PS 234 Grades 3-5

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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

32 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 Book Set - Who HQ: Contemporary Figures: Venus & Serena Williams, Simone Biles, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan (paperback) x MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $28.00 1 $28.00
BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead (MP40TX-BLK) • Quill.com $12.57 2 $25.14
Bic Mechanical Pencil #2 EXTRA SMOOTH, Variety Bulk Pack Of 40, 20 0.5mm With 20 0.7mm Led Pencils, Assorted Colored Barrels, for professional Office & School Use. • Amazon Business $16.69 1 $16.69
Who Was Steve Jobs? • Amazon Business $5.57 1 $5.57
Who Was...? - Who Is LeBron James? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Salvador Dali? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Nikola Tesla? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Is Wayne Gretzky? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Leonardo da Vinci? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Is Shaquille O'Neal? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Elvis Presley? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Maria Tallchief? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Frida Kahlo? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Sally Ride? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Louis Armstrong? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Is Taylor Swift? (Who Was?) • Amazon Business $4.93 1 $4.93
Who Is Michael Jordan? (Who Was?) • Amazon Business $4.71 1 $4.71
Who Was...? - Who Is Greta Thunberg? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Amelia Earhart? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Michelle Obama? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Coretta Scott King? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Aretha Franklin? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Zendaya? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Ariana Grande? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Aaron Judge? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Harry Styles? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Is Simone Biles? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Rosa Parks? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37

Materials cost

$197.95

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$230.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.75

Total project goal

$271.67

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