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Mrs. E. Vera from Mission, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Play to Read: Motivating Readers Through Games and Rewards

Help me give my students fun, exciting games that will help me turn reading into an adventure!

  • $439 goal

This project expired on March 31, 2026.

This project expired on March 31, 2026.

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Mrs. E. Vera Narciso Cavazos Elementary School
Mission, TX Grades 3-5

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I love how curious, creative, and full of potential my students are. They light up when learning feels joyful, and they thrive when they’re encouraged in fun, meaningful ways.

By adding games to our reading challenge, I can tap into students' natural excitement for play and friendly competition.

These games will help motivate them to stay focused, finish their reading goals, and celebrate each milestone they reach.

With your support, we can turn reading into an adventure that builds confidence, sparks imagination, and inspires every student to see themselves as a successful reader.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

450 students impacted
Mrs. E. Vera Narciso Cavazos Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Mission, TX View local requests

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

450 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Giant Inflatable 6ft Tall Kick & Throw Darts Game | Soccer Darts Inflatable Dart Board with 6 Kick Balls, 6 Tennis Balls & Pumps | Perfect for Giant Yard Games, Giant Inflatable Games & Carnival Games • Amazon Business $97.99 1 $97.99
Learning Resources Dice Poppers - 2 Pieces, Ages 3+ Board Game Accessory, Dice Game, Dice Popper for Trivia Nights, Math Games for Kids • Amazon Business $15.83 3 $47.49
Swooc Games® - Giant Tic Tac Toe Game Outdoor (All Weather) | 3ft x 3ft | Instant Setup, No Assembly | Giant Outdoor Games for Adults and Family | Outside Toys | Large Lawn & Backyard Fun | Yard Game • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Mindware Qwirkle Game - Wood - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $35.99 1 $35.99
University Games I Spy Dig In Find It Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $30.56 1 $30.56
Fotorama Tap It Wireless Ultra High-Tech Pod , 4 Fun Games in One, Develop Hand-Eye Coordination, Agility, and Memory, Up to 8 Players, for Ages 6 and Up , White • Amazon Business $23.69 1 $23.69
BEAN LIEVE Game Answer Buzzer, Game Buzzer with Lights and Sound Trivia Quiz Got Talent Buzzer, Buzzer Buttons for Game Show, Red Game Buzzer for Classroom (Red) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Pressman Toy Thin Ice Game, Ages 5 and Up - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $17.62 1 $17.62
ALKISTA 48 Pcs Tetra Tower Balance Stacking Blocks Game, Board Games for 2 Players+ Family Games, Parties, Travel, Kids & Adults Team Building Blocks Toy • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
WOWNOVA 32PCS Tetra Tower Stacking Building Balance Block Game Toys for Kids, Adults & Family Game Night, Balancing Blocks Board Games Stacking Fun Toy for Children, Teens, Adults, Friends, Parties • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$332.05

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.36

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$372.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.72

Total project goal

$438.11

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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