Help me give my students a proper classroom library with bookshelves and bins!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Stright's classroom raised $475
This project is fully funded
My Project
Currently, our classroom uses leftover milk crates to store books in our classroom library. Most of the crates are too small to fit all of our books, covered with spilled food, and ultimately do not properly protect our precious classroom books.
A bookshelf would transform our classroom library from a makeshift space to an environment that is clean and accessible for all students.
With this proper storage, our books would no longer get water damage or chewed on by mice. It would prolong the life of these texts so students could continue reading their favorite books year after year. An actual bookshelf would show students they are deserving of a clean, high-quality classroom library and empower them to feel confident in their school and class. For families who come visit our class and their students, these resources would allow the environment to properly reflect the high-quality learning that is happening within our room.
Book bins specifically would allow texts to be organized by topic so students have the agency to choose books themselves based on their own interests while keeping our classroom well-organized. With only 30% of Philadelphia public school students reading on grade level, first grade is an essential year for building literacy skills and a love of reading that will last them a lifetime. My goal is to ensure every student in my classroom is reading to the best of their ability, ready for 2nd grade, and gaining critical, life-long literacy skills.
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
FDP Cubby Shelving for Playroom & Classroom Storage - Birch Cubby Storage Organizer & Classroom Bookshelf - Montessori Furniture for Home, Daycare, School - (4 Compartment, 30" Height)
• Amazon Business
$141.03
2
$282.06
mDesign Plastic Household Storage Organizer Bins with Open Dip Front for Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom, Office, Craft or Playroom Organization - Hold Toys, Books, Legos - Ligne Collection, 8 Pack - Clear
• Amazon Business
$85.99
1
$85.99
Materials cost
$368.05
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.52
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$403.57
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$71.22
Total project goal
$474.79
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$474.79
1 Donor
-$50.00
Donations toward project cost
-$50.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
Matching donations from our partners
-$415.97
Match offers toward project cost
-$353.57
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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