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Mrs. Gonzales from San Juan TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Bookworm's Hideaway

Help me give my students comfort during our reading and writing, teacher mobility around the classroom for better engagement, a visually encouraging atmosphere, and a more sustainable classroom.

  • 3 donors
  • $494 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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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

Assist me in providing the students with a more engaging and visually appealing classroom. Thoughtfully chosen decor reflects a space unique and welcoming. It provides a tranquil sanctuary to unwind, escape daily pressures, and immerse yourself in literature. Students often face everyday struggles and stressful situations in high school that I find it important to provide students with a safe space where they feel confident enough to share their opinions, perspectives, and develop their voice. The decorations and lights serve to create a sort of book nook in the classroom when students are reading, writing, or even discussing the text.

A decorated book nook can also serve as a gathering place for book discussions, literary events, or reading clubs which is why the lamps, light covers, lights, book lights, etc.

are included. By providing a cozy and inviting space, you can foster a sense of community among fellow book enthusiasts, facilitating the exchange of ideas, recommendations, and shared reading experiences. The rolling chair allows for the teacher to wheel around the classroom in order to facilitate these conversations. Becoming open to new ideas and sharing their own ideas is pivotal when developing understanding for others and themselves.

Many students also have difficulty with issues such as anxiety, ADHD, and overall stress that fidget toys allow for students to have a distraction in order to promote focus and comfort. This I believe is necessary as students observe the required compassion when having open conversations with others. as well as when topics arise within literature.

Lastly, a major reason for the lights, especially, are to improve students awareness of sustainability. Students are often unaware of the need to save energy and assist in our global demands. Even the smallest changes can spark the students to make a change.

Mrs. Gonzales
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mesh Office Chair Desk Chairs with Wheels, Home Office Chair with Flip-up Arms and Lumbar Support, Ergonomic Computer Chair Swivel Rolling Chairs, Black • Amazon Business $75.28 1 $75.28
LYOOWNG Plug in Wall Sconce, Lantern Bamboo Wall Sconce, Wicker Wall Lamp with Plug in Cord, Boho Plug in Wall Light Sconces with On Off Switch, Farmhouse Light Fixture Rattan Wall Sconce Decor • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
KunHe 8 Pack Rechargeable Book Lights Bulk, Clip on Light for Reading at Night in Bed, Stepless Dimming 3 Color Temperatures Stocking Stuffers for Kids,Book Lovers • Amazon Business $27.99 2 $55.98
12 Panels Rainbow Sheer Curtain Colorful Backdrop Bright Curtains Window Curtain Backdrop Kids Room Curtains Voile Drapes for Girls Boys Bedroom Classroom Party Decoration, 12 Colors (40 x 96 Inches) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Vanblue Fidget Toy 10Pcs Marble Mesh Fidget Toys Sensory Marble and Mesh Fidget Stress Relieve Toy for Kids Adults ADHD ADD Autism • Amazon Business $6.99 5 $34.95
Slow Rising Stress Ball 24 Pack, Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Squishy Ball, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy for Students, Classroom Prize Box Toys • Amazon Business $32.95 1 $32.95
4 Pack Fluorescent Light Shade Panel Ceiling Light Covers Magnetic Light Filters for Office Classroom Home Drop Ceiling, 4 x 2 Feet (Forest) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
hyrion 300Led Curtain Lights, 8 Mode Christmas Window Fairy Light with Remote, USB Plug in String Hanging Lights for Bedroom Wedding Party Outdoor Indoor Wall Decoration (9.8ft*9.8ft, Warm White) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Secura 60-Minute Visual Countdown Timer, 7.5-Inch Oversize Classroom Visual Timer for Kids and Adults, Durable Mechanical Kitchen Timer Clock with Magnetic Backing (Peony Color) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Kenney 5/8" Magnetic Curtain Rod, 16-28", White • Amazon Business $14.28 1 $14.28
60PCS Party Favors for Kids,Fidget Toys Bulk Its Birthday Party Favors for Kids Toddlers Adult, Small Classroom Prizes Box Fidgets Toys for Kids, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Treasure Chest, Bubbles Poppers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$383.36

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$419.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.96

Total project goal

$493.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$493.07

2 Donors

-$246.54

Donations toward project cost

-$209.56

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.98

match offer

-$246.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$209.55

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.98

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$0.00

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