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Mrs. Mathis from Spring Branch, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Readers Are Leaders

Help me give my students books to read and a fun reading area with chairs to sit in.

  • $509 goal

This project expired on November 30, 2024.

This project expired on November 30, 2024.

My Project

I want my kids to love reading. I want a library full of interesting books and a comfy place for them to sit and read. One of my stations is read to self. My students get 20 minutes a day to pick a book of their choice, get comfy and read. I have learned if they find a book that interest them they will enjoy reading it. Readers are leaders. The effects of reading on child development include cognitive and emotional benefits, such as helping children develop language skills and literacy, build empathy, and learn how to handle challenging feelings. Thank you for helping me to reach these goals.

Mrs. Mathis Arlon Seay Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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 a third 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

Never Before Funded 22 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 4 $279.96
Dav Pilkey the adventures of dog man collection 5 books set (Dog Man,Dog Man A Tale of Two Kitties,Dog Man Unleashed,Dog Man Lord of the Fleas,Dog Man and Cat Kid) • Amazon Business $59.16 1 $59.16
Pigeon Series 7 Book Set : Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus / Stay up Late. Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog ....and 4 More Titles • Amazon Business $30.40 1 $30.40
(60 Pcs) Fidget Toys Fidgets Sensory Toys Pop Its It Party Favors Figette Toy Pack Bulk Box Stress Autism Autistic for Kids Children Boys Girls Adults Gifts Set Mini Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$382.51

Vendor shipping charges

$14.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$432.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.28

Total project goal

$508.53

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