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Ms. Caselnova from Englewood, CO is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mapping Out an Engaging School Year

Help me give my students an enhanced classroom experience. I am requesting items that will help us incorporate more visuals into our curriculum, including a globe, engaging maps, and beloved reading material.

  • $806 goal

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

This project expired on October 8, 2025.

My Project

I am reaching out to share an exciting opportunity to enrich the learning experience in our classroom. I am requesting items that will help us incorporate more visuals into our curriculum, including engaging maps and beloved reading materials.

I absolutely love how fourth graders naturally exhibit curiosity about locations in stories and history.

This innate inquisitiveness provides a wonderful foundation to build upon. By using various poems and literature, we can enhance our conversations and encourage their inquisitive nature, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Integrating visual aids, such as maps, allows students to explore geographical concepts in a hands-on manner, while engaging reading materials foster a love for literature and encourage critical thinking. Your support in providing these items will significantly contribute to our students' educational journey, making learning more enjoyable and impactful.

Thank you for considering this request and for your continued support in helping us shape a brighter future for our children.

Ms. Caselnova Cherrelyn 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

22 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Waldauge Illuminated World Globe with Stand, 13" Earth Globes with Stable Heavy Metal Base for Kids Classroom Learning, LED Constellation Globe Night Light with HD Printed Map • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Crayola Fine Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 200 • Blick Art Materials $73.34 1 $73.34
Cardinal Economy 3 Ring Binder, 1 Inch, Presentation View, Black, Holds 225 Sheets, Nonstick, PVC Free, 4 Pack of Binders (79512) • Amazon Business $10.91 6 $65.46
Bouncyband© Wiggle Wobble Chair Feet - Set of 4 • Nasco $21.24 3 $63.72
Ziisee Tall Floor Lamp Set of 2 with Linen Shade - 3 Color Temperature, Black, LED Bulbs, Pull Chain Switch, Easy Assembly(2 Pack) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 500 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $46.05 1 $46.05
Maps International Giant World Map Poster – Mega-Map of The World – Front Lamination - 48 x 78 • Amazon Business $33.16 1 $33.16
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $31.79 1 $31.79
Lakeshore Write & Wipe Thin-Line Dry Erase Markers – Class Pack of White Board Markers in Bulk • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 1 $27.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop, Super Sharp & Fast, Electric Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Colored Pencils/Office/Home-Green • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Assorted, 24/Pack (2185229) • Quill.com $22.07 1 $22.07
Crayola Colors of the World Colored Pencils - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $5.02 3 $15.06
The World Almanac 5,001 Incredible Facts for Kids on Nature, Science, and People (World Almanac and Book of Facts) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
188 Pcs Binder Clips Paper Clamps Assorted 6 Sizes, Paper Binder Clips Metal Fold Back Clips with Box for Classroom School Office Supplies Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
The Cutest Animals of the World Book for Kids: Stunning photos and fun facts about the most adorable animals on the planet! (Wonderful World of Animals) • Amazon Business $12.80 1 $12.80
Teaching Literary Elements Using Poetry: Engaging Poems Paired With Close Reading Lessons That Teach Key Literary―and Help Students Meet Higher Standards • Amazon Business $12.29 1 $12.29
Scribbledo 30 Pack Dry Erase Erasers Assorted Colors Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers for Kids and Students - Smudge Free Small Dry Erase Board Erasers for Classroom Home School and Office • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening • Amazon Business $10.65 1 $10.65
The Dreamer • Amazon Business $7.38 1 $7.38
All the Small Poems and Fourteen More - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $7.29 1 $7.29

Materials cost

$643.65

Vendor shipping charges

$1.40

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$684.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.83

Total project goal

$805.53

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