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Ms. Johnson from Seattle WA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Quirky and Awkward Books for Middle School

Help me give my students silly, hilarious and thought-provoking nonfiction books to giggle at together.

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My Project

At our school, I have the delightful privilege of witnessing the incredible journey of our middle school students as they navigate through the quirky and awkward phase of their lives. Middle school is a time filled with laughter, growth, and yes, plenty of awkward moments that we can't help but chuckle at.

Just as our students navigate their own quirks and awkwardness, these books will celebrate the wonderfully eccentric and offbeat aspects of life.

Why "Quirky and Awkward" books, you may ask? Well, picture this: a bookshelf filled with titles that make you laugh out loud, scratch your head in bewilderment, and ultimately leave you feeling understood and accepted. From bizarre facts to peculiar hobbies, these books will speak directly to the hearts of our middle schoolers, reminding them that it's okay to be different, to embrace their quirks, and to laugh at life's awkward moments.

Your generous contributions will enable us to purchase a diverse selection of nonfiction titles that are both high-interest and wonderfully quirky. With your support, we can create a reading environment that reflects the vibrant personalities of our students and inspires them to explore the world with curiosity and humor.

Ms. Johnson will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by July 24.

Ms. Johnson
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wicked Bugs (Young Readers Edition): The Meanest, Deadliest, Grossest Bugs on Earth • Amazon Business $24.88 1 $24.88
The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous Women • Amazon Business $23.48 1 $23.48
The Unfortunate Life of Worms • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Animal Vegetable Criminal • Amazon Business $17.30 1 $17.30
Botanical Curses and Poisons: The Shadow-Lives of Plants • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
A History of Underwear with Professor Chicken • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Brains On! Presents...It's Alive: From Neurons and Narwhals to the Fungus Among Us • Amazon Business $12.85 1 $12.85
Wicked Plants: The Weed That Killed Lincoln's Mother and Other Botanical Atrocities • Amazon Business $11.36 1 $11.36
Packing for Mars for Kids • Amazon Business $9.74 1 $9.74
How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You (The Oatmeal) (Volume 2) • Amazon Business $8.00 1 $8.00

Materials cost

$157.58

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$13.79

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$203.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.95

Total project goal

$239.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$239.68

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$239.68

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