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Ms. Vallesteros from Waianae, HI is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Our Classroom Library: Teleporting to New Worlds

Help me give my students the books of their dreams!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Vallesteros's classroom raised $264

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our ever-evolving world, fostering a love for reading is essential to nurturing critical thinkers and empathetic individuals. This project aims to enrich our classroom library with captivating titles from renowned authors Stephanie Meyer, John Green, and J.K. Rowling. Each of these writers offers unique perspectives and narratives that resonate with young readers, sparking their imagination and encouraging them to explore complex themes such as identity, love, and resilience.

By adding popular titles like Meyer’s Twilight, Green’s The Fault in Our Stars, and Rowling’s Harry Potter series, we aim to cater to various interests, encouraging more students to pick up a book.

These books not only entertain but also provoke thought and discussion, allowing students to connect themes to their own lives and the world around them. A well-stocked library will promote a culture of reading in our classroom, inviting students to explore genres and authors they may not have encountered otherwise.

Stephanie Meyer captivates young readers with her engaging storytelling and exploration of love and choice. John Green tackles contemporary issues that resonate with teens, encouraging them to think critically about life’s challenges.

J.K. Rowling has created a magical universe that emphasizes friendship, bravery, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

With funding for these impactful books, we can inspire our students to discover the joy of reading, foster deeper connections with their peers through shared experiences, and equip them with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex world. Together, let’s build a library that ignites curiosity and cultivates a lifelong passion for learning!

Ms. Vallesteros Nanakuli High & Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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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

130 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Twilight Series Stephenie Meyer 6 Books Collection Set (Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, The Short Second Life Of Bree Tanner, Midnight Sun) • Amazon Business $78.39 1 $78.39
25 Year Anniversary Editon of Harry Potter Paperback Full Book Set Volumes 1-7 (Limited Edition, Original cover) • Amazon Business $76.43 1 $76.43
John Green Box Set • Amazon Business $28.45 1 $28.45

Materials cost

$183.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$224.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.54

Total project goal

$263.62

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $263.62

1 Donor

-$131.81

Donations toward project cost

-$112.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.77

match offer

-$131.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$112.04

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.77

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