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Mrs. Sturgill from Milford, DE is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Sturgill's classroom raised $740

Reading to Regulate!

Help me give my students a safe place to regulate their sometimes big emotions. Neurodivegerant students need to have books, people, and items they can relate too. The books, especially the Neurodivergent Voices books are perfect.

This project expired on February 14, 2026.

Mrs. Sturgill Lulu M Ross Elementary School
Milford, DE Grades 3-5

My Project

All of the students I work with are exceptional students. Each child has their own needs throughout the school day. I want to be able to provide a calm, clean, engaging area where students can work through their big emotions. Each item serves a purpose. Some will be used not only to teach students, but also to engage and support their emotions. Whether through reading or just having a safe area, these ideas will help me help the students. Having resources that represent others who are like them in many ways ensures the students feel safe and accepted.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

40 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Sturgill Lulu M Ross Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Milford, DE View local requests

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

40 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Who Was...? Children’s Biography Series Set of 12 books • Amazon Business $65.23 1 $65.23
3 Book Set: NEURODIVERGENT VOICES #2: Too Much, Abdul's Story,Supposed to Be Sunny (hardcover picture books; social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
Bouncyband Washable Weighted Puppy Lap Pad, 5 Pounds - Grades 1-12 - Adult - Comfortable • School Specialty $44.39 1 $44.39
NexiGo N930AF Webcam with Microphone for Desktop, Autofocus, Webcam for Laptop, Computer Camera, 1080p HD USB Web Camera, Compatible with Zoom/Switch 2/Teams/Webex • Amazon Business $39.66 1 $39.66
Kaplan Early Learning Who Was/Is Biography Book Set for Kids - Set of 6 Paperback Books Featuring Historical Figurges for Grades 3-6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $36.95 1 $36.95
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
4 Book Set - Who HQ: Historical Figures: Booker T. Washington, Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman (paperback) x MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $28.00 1 $28.00
4 Book Set - Who HQ: Civil Rights Figures: Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, Coretta Scott King, Rosa Parks (paperback) x MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $28.00 1 $28.00
SUPEASY Fan Shaped Desk File Organizer, 6 Compartments for Filing Paper Bills, Letters, Desk Accessories for Workspace, School, Office, Waiting Room, Classroom Storage, Black • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
Kellogg's Scooby-Doo! Graham Cracker Snacks, Cinnamon, Made with Whole Grain, (1 Oz Bag), 40 Bags • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Sensible Portions Garden Veggie Snacks - Veggie Straws, Snack Size Variety Pack, Sea Salt & Zesty Ranch, 1 Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Who Was - Who HQ 3-Book Collection: Presidents - Boxed Set • AKJ Education $15.31 1 $15.31
Black Forest Juicy Burst Gluten Free Berry Medley Fruit Gummies 32 oz. 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Staples $14.29 1 $14.29
Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes, 5.5" x 10", White, 50/Container (81850) • Quill.com $14.07 1 $14.07
Emotional Regulation For Kids: 30+ Fun Activities To Build Positive Thinking, Self-Awareness, Social-Emotional Learning, Coping Techniques Through CBT Exercises • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Social-Emotional Learning for Autistic Kids: Fun Activities to Manage Big Feelings and Make Friends (For Ages 5-10) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Monitor Wipes, Pre-Moistened Computer Screen Wipes for Electronics, Computer Monitor Cleaning Wipes for Eyeglasses, Tablets, Camera Lenses, Laptop, Screen Cleaner Wipes for Phones, TV, LCD • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Essex Wares - 5 Pocket File Pocket Chart, Black, 14" Wide x 24" Tall - Versatile Wall Hanging File Folder Organizer for Classroom, Office, Home, and More - Wall Folder Organizer - 5 Pockets • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing, Early Morning Breeze, 1 Count, 19 fl oz each • Amazon Business $6.95 1 $6.95
I Have Ants in My Pants: A Picture Book About Learning Self-Control and Respecting Others Space (National Center for Youth Issues) • Amazon Business $6.57 1 $6.57
Who Was E. B. White? • Amazon Business $6.50 1 $6.50
Who Was...? - Who Was Betsy Ross? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was Roald Dahl? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Who Was...? - Who Was Confucius? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Maya Angelou? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37
Who Was...? - Who Was Gandhi? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37

Materials cost

$585.77

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.44

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$629.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.00

Total project goal

$740.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $740.00

1 Donor

-$740.00

Donations toward project cost

-$629.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$111.00

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