The majority of the students I serve come from poverty-stricken households. Despite their economic challenges, they are resilient and truly desire success. However, many of them do not have access to books at home, and school is their only opportunity to indulge in reading for fun. It is important for my students to be in a print-rich environment and have a diverse set of books to chose from. My students love being in charge of their own learning by being given the opportunity to choose, especially when it comes to books.
My Project
There is something special about watching a child become captivated by a book and my classroom library is undoubtedly my students’ favorite spot in the room. I will be moving to the 4th grade with my students and want their love for reading to continue. As a reading teacher, I strive to help my students find books that will keep them interested, challenged, and will enable them to have fun.
It is my goal for my students to be able to have many different experiences through books, allowing them to see life beyond their circumstances.
Receiving these books and other organizational items will give my students options in our classroom library and a clean, inviting environment while reading. My students will have the opportunity to explore books in a series that will help to build their reading stamina and allow them to choose books that they enjoy. The storage bins, Post-it notes and paper will also be used for engaging writing activities where students respond to their reading.
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
Big Nate Series Collection Lincoln Peirce 6 Books Box Set Gift Pack (Big Nate on a Roll, Goes for Broke, the Boy with the Biggest Head in the World, Strikes Again, Flips Out, in the Zone)
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$33.99
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$33.99
Simple Designs Home LF2000-SLV Simple Designs Floor Lamp with Reading Light, Silver
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$29.99
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$29.99
The Last Kids on Earth: The Monster Box (books 1-3)
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$28.65
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The Baby-Sitters Club Retro Set
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$26.79
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Wonder, Auggie & Me, 365 Days of Wonder boxed set
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$26.36
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Goosebumps Retro Scream Collection: Limited Edition Tin
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$25.75
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$25.75
Nancy Drew Mystery Stories Books 1-4
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$23.87
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$23.87
Chronicles of Narnia Box Set
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$23.68
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$23.68
Judy Blume's Fudge Box Set
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$22.40
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$22.40
Percy Jackson and the Olympians 5 Book Paperback Boxed Set (new covers w/poster) (Percy Jackson & the Olympians)
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$21.00
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$21.00
Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book Box Set: Books 1-4
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$20.99
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$20.99
Storex Small Caddy, 9.25 x 9.25 x 5.25 Inches, Black, 6-Pack (00972E06C)
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$20.85
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$20.85
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5
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$19.22
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$19.22
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, Bright Tropical Colors, Tray Pack, Recyclable, 3 in x 3 in
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$19.09
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$19.09
Gaither Sisters Trilogy Box Set: One Crazy Summer, P.S. Be Eleven, Gone Crazy in Alabama
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$18.15
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$18.15
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 65 lb/176 gsm, "Happy" 5-Color Assortment, 250 Sheets (21004)
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$16.79
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$16.79
Ivy and Bean's Treasure Box: (Beginning Chapter Books, Funny Books for Kids, Kids Book Series) (Ivy + Bean)
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$15.29
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Highlighters, Shuttle Art 30 Pack Green Highlighters Bright Colors, Chisel Tip Dry-Quickly Non-Toxic Highlighter Markers for Adults Kids Highlighting in Home School Office
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Highlighters, Shuttle Art 30 Pack Blue Highlighters Bright Colors, Chisel Tip Dry-Quickly Non-Toxic Highlighter markers for Adults Kids Highlighting in the Home School Office
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$11.99
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Highlighters, Shuttle Art 30 Pack Highlighters Bright Colors, Orange Colors Chisel Tip Dry-Quickly Non-Toxic Highlighter markers for Adults Kids Highlighting in the Home School Office
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$11.98
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Post-it Super Sticky Notes, Bright Tropical Colors, Unlined, Large Size, Double Adhesion, Recyclable, 6 in x 4 in
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$10.87
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C-Line Self-Adhesive Label Holders, Top Load, 1/2" x 3", Clear, Pack of 50 (87607)
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$10.54
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Hygloss Products Bright Bookmarks - Fun to Personalize - 12 Assorted Vibrant Colors - Cardstock Bookmarks - Value Pack - 100 Pack
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VELCRO Brand Heavy Duty Fasteners | 4x2 Inch Strips 4 Sets | Holds 10 lbs | Stick-On Adhesive Backed | Black Industrial Strength | For Indoor or Outdoor Use
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$5.36
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Materials cost
$483.42
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.25
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$520.67
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$91.88
Total project goal
$612.55
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$612.55
9 Donors
-$453.73
Donations toward project cost
-$393.17
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$60.56
match offer
-$150.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$127.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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