Help me give my students a welcoming classroom! I’m trying to builded a cozy, clean classroom. I hope to grow our library and add comfy floor seating with a rug!
$879 goal
This project expired on October 15, 2025.
This project expired on October 15, 2025.
My Project
Hi, I’m Ms. Laiken Bladow, a first-year elementary teacher in Minnesota, excited to begin my journey of helping young learners grow academically and emotionally.
As I set up my first classroom, I want to create a space where students feel safe, curious, and inspired.
One of my biggest goals is to grow our classroom library so every student can find books that reflect their interests and identities. I also hope to create a comfortable floor area for group reading and quiet work — somewhere with floor cushions or a rug — and keep the space feeling clean and organized with bins and shelves.
Starting fresh means I’m building everything from scratch, and every little bit helps. Your support would directly impact my students and give them a warm, inviting learning space from day one. Thank you for supporting our classroom and future readers!
More than half of students from low‑income households
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