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Mrs. Patel's classroom raised $302

Reading Corner- Readers Are Leaders!

Help me give my students a cozy place to curl up with a good book. My students work hard, and allowing them to make reading a calming and fun activity helps foster good reading habits.

This project expired on August 15, 2024.

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Mrs. Patel Hillcrest High School
Dallas, TX Grades 9-12

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Having a classroom reading corner with a small sofa, pillows, and a bookshelf can significantly benefit students in my English language art classroom. By creating a cozy and inviting space for students to read, relax, and engage with books. It encourages a sense of autonomy and independence in their learning journey. The sofa and pillows provide physical comfort, making the reading corner a welcoming environment where students can unwind and immerse themselves in books without feeling confined to a traditional desk and chair setup.

Moreover, having a dedicated area for reading promotes a love of reading for various purposes.

Students can choose books that align with their interests and preferences, encouraging them to read for pleasure. The bookshelf stocked with a diverse selection of reading materials, can cater to different reading levels and genres, allows students to explore new genres and authors they may not have encountered before. This exposure to varied reading material can cultivate a deeper appreciation for literature and expand students' perspectives.

Furthermore, a classroom reading corner enhances student engagement and participation in classroom discussions and activities. Students who have the opportunity to read independently in a comfortable space are more likely to develop strong reading habits, which improves their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. By fostering a culture of reading in the classroom, teachers can create a community of lifelong learners who value the importance of literacy and seek out opportunities to continue learning outside the classroom.

Overall, a classroom reading corner serves as a special space for promoting student autonomy. It creates a positive environment where students can discover and connect with literature in meaningful ways. By prioritizing independent reading and providing students with a dedicated space to engage with books I can empower my students to become more self-directed learners and lifelong readers.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

145 students impacted 2 donors
Mrs. Patel Hillcrest High School Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Dallas, TX View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

145 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shintenchi 63" Small Loveseat Sofa Couch, Mid Century Modern Couches for Small Space, Upholstered 2-Seat Livingroom Bedroom Accent Sofa,Dark Gray • Amazon Business $211.78 1 $211.78
HIWX Let's Read Play Reading Is Always a Good Idea Decorative Pillowcase Throw Pillow Cover, Boho Rainbow Book Inspirational For Sofa Bed Kids Room Nursery Home Decor 18 x 18 Inch Set Of 4 Pillow Case • Amazon Business $11.48 1 $11.48

Materials cost

$223.26

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$256.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.28

Total project goal

$301.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $301.89

2 Donors

-$273.66

Donations toward project cost

-$256.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.05

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$28.23

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 $0.00

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