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Ms. Nelson from Tucson, AZ is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Nelson's classroom raised $453

Stocking our Vending Machine!

Help me give my students an abundance of books for them to explore literacy

This project expired on May 17, 2024.

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Ms. Nelson La Paloma Academy - Lakeside
Tucson, AZ Grades 3-5

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

Our school needs books to support our innovative Book Vending Machine project at La Paloma Academy! This project aims to enhance the learning experience of our students and foster a love for reading within our school community.

The books we are requesting for our Book Vending Machine have been carefully selected to cater to the diverse interests and reading levels of our students.

By providing a wide range of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and educational materials, we aim to create a reading environment that engages and captivates every student.

These books will not only serve as a source of entertainment but also play a crucial role in academic development. Reading has been proven to improve cognitive abilities, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Our goal is to expose students to a variety of literary works that will expand their knowledge, stimulate their imagination, and contribute to their overall academic success.

Our primary goal for the Book Vending Machine project is to instill a passion for reading in our students. We believe that fostering a love for books at an early age can have a lasting impact on their academic achievements and personal growth. The vending machine serves as a convenient and exciting way for students to access books, creating a positive association with reading.

Additionally, we aim to create a sense of community around the shared experience of reading. The project encourages students to discuss their favorite books, recommend reads to their peers, and participate in book-related activities, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

850 students impacted 5 donors
Ms. Nelson La Paloma Academy - Lakeside Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Tucson, AZ 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

850 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Harry N Abrams Inc Diary of a Wimpy Kid Books - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $53.96 1 $53.96
Random House Magic Tree House Paperback Book Set 1 #1-8 Level M - Set of 8 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $43.16 1 $43.16
Classic Chapter Book Collection (Pokémon) (Pokémon Chapter Books) • Amazon Business $30.98 1 $30.98
A Million Creatures Coloring Books Series - Dogs • Blick Art Materials $9.95 3 $29.85
I Love My New Toy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book) • AKJ Education $7.29 3 $21.87
We Are in a Book! • AKJ Education $7.29 3 $21.87
Every Little Thing: Based on the Song 'Three Little Birds' by Bob Marley (board book) • MahoganyBooks $7.19 3 $21.57
The Light in Hidden Places (paperback) - Reese's Book Club YA Pick • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Enemy Pie : (Reading Rainbow Book, Children’s Book about Kindness, Kids Books about Learning) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
The Book Thief • AKJ Education $10.94 1 $10.94
Dog Man 5 • AKJ Education $9.48 1 $9.48
Dog Man 7 • AKJ Education $9.48 1 $9.48
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9): From the Creator of Captain Underpants (9) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief • AKJ Education $6.56 1 $6.56
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Two: The Sea of Monsters • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83

Materials cost

$304.55

Vendor shipping charges

 $23.95

Sales tax

 $21.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$384.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.91

Total project goal

$452.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $452.76

4 Donors

-$435.12

Donations toward project cost

-$384.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.27

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.64

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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