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Ms. Snyder from Washington, DC is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader

Help me give my students new books for our library! Pete the Cat is their favorite storybook character, and they would love to read more about him!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Snyder's classroom raised $386

This project is fully funded

My Project

Introducing new books into our Pre-kindergarten classroom will significantly enhance our learning environment by fostering a love for reading and improving literacy skills.

A diverse classroom library allows students to see themselves reflected in the stories they read, validating their experiences and building self-esteem.

It also exposes them to different cultures and perspectives. By enriching our library with a variety of books, we can create an engaging space that supports each child's educational journey and personal growth.

Learning through diverse books enhances problem-solving skills, creativity, and social connections, making education an exciting journey.

Ms. Snyder KIPP District of Columbia - Leap Academy Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum 22 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pete the Cat Collection - 11 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $83.14 1 $83.14
Jon Klassen's Hat Box (The Hat Trilogy) • Amazon Business $33.49 1 $33.49
MerryMakers Pete the Cat Plush Doll, 14-1/2 Inches, Red - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $27.22 1 $27.22
Ada Twist, Scientist (hardcover STEM picture book, ages 4-8) x MahoganyBooks - featured Black History Month books for classroom library • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
The Questioneers - Iggy Peck, Architect - Reinforced Book • AKJ Education $14.59 1 $14.59
Not a Box - Reinforced Book • AKJ Education $13.86 1 $13.86
Not a Stick (Not a Box) • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party • Amazon Business $11.56 1 $11.56
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez: A Picture Book (The Questioneers) • Amazon Business $11.33 1 $11.33
Pete the Cat's Groovy Imagination • Amazon Business $10.81 1 $10.81
Rosie Revere, Engineer: A Picture Book (The Questioneers) • Amazon Business $10.77 1 $10.77
Not-A-Box - Not-a-Box City - Library Bound Book • AKJ Education $9.29 1 $9.29
I Don't Want to Be a Frog • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes • Amazon Business $7.77 1 $7.77

Materials cost

$274.41

Vendor shipping charges

$2.72

Sales tax

$16.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$327.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.83

Total project goal

$385.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$385.54

1 Donor

-$385.54

Donations toward project cost

-$327.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.83

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