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Ms. Grab from Springfield Gardens, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Turning Pages, Opening Minds

Help me give my students the engaging books that they are always searching for, along with a beautified working classroom library that is visually appealing.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Grab's classroom raised $932

This project is fully funded

My Project

In the creation of a new library, we not only need books that will call the readers’ attention, but appealing visuals that entice our young readers to pick up a book. I am requesting a variety of high-interest books that reflect diverse voices, reading levels, and genres to meet the needs of all my learners. In addition to new books, I hope to create a warm and welcoming learning space for small group instruction utilizing the portable whiteboard for assistance. All working literacy spaces could use visual decor, including inviting aesthetics and strategic organizational tools, to captivate all of our learners in an appealing environment.

Ms. Grab Queens United Middle School 289 Grades 6-8

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.

Springfield Gardens, NY 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

80 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series Sampler Collection - 18 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $193.55 1 $193.55
Mobile Whiteboard 32 x 48 inches Height Adjustable Dry Erase White Board, Standing Easel Whiteboard on Wheels, Double-Sided Magnetic Whiteboard with Stand for Office, Home, and Classroom • Amazon Business $109.99 1 $109.99
Bone - Bone Collection - 10 Book Set - Collection • AKJ Education $94.83 1 $94.83
Dork Diaries x 10 title set: Dork Diaries / Party Time / How to Dork your Diary / Pop Star / Dear Dork / TV Star / Skating Sensation / Holiday Heartbreak / OMG / Once Upon a Dork • Amazon Business $60.27 1 $60.27
A Series Of Unfortunate Events Collection 13 Books Set Pack • Amazon Business $58.40 1 $58.40
The Classic Goosebumps Series 20 Books Collection Set By R. L. Stine • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99
FLOWORLD Artificial Rubber Tree Plant 43in Tall Faux Ficus Tree Potted Fake Tropical Decorative House Large Floor Artificial Plants for Home Office Store Room Decor • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Raina Telgemeier Collection Box Set (Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, Guts) • Amazon Business $37.36 1 $37.36
New Kid (paperback graphic novel) x Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $13.00 2 $26.00
Containlol 30 Pcs Moveable Shelf Label Holders Clear Transparent Plastic Shelves Tags with 30 Insert Cards Pockets Library Markers Display Holder for School Office Classroom(6.5 x 3 x 1.57 Inch) • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
OYCBUZO Golden Black Led Marquee Letter - Industrial, Vintage Style Light Up Alphabet Letter Sign for Cafe Wedding Birthday Party Christmas Lamp Home Bar Initials Decor - E • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
OYCBUZO Golden Black Led Marquee Letter - Industrial, Vintage Style Light Up Alphabet Letter Sign for Cafe Wedding Birthday Party Christmas Lamp Home Bar Initials Decor - R • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
OYCBUZO Golden Black Led Marquee Letter - Industrial, Vintage Style Light Up Alphabet Letter Sign for Cafe Wedding Birthday Party Christmas Lamp Home Bar Initials Decor - D • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
OYCBUZO Golden Black Led Marquee Letter - Industrial, Vintage Style Light Up Alphabet Letter Sign for Cafe Wedding Birthday Party Christmas Lamp Home Bar Initials Decor - A • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$750.29

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$791.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.68

Total project goal

$931.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$931.22

10 Donors

-$873.73

Donations toward project cost

-$751.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$122.56

match offer

-$47.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$40.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.00

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$0.00

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