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Mrs. Shiflett from Richmond, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Library of Possibilities: Inspiring Young Readers

Help me give my students a diverse and engaging classroom library filled with books that inspire a love of reading, spark curiosity, and support their growth as lifelong learners.

  • 1 donor
  • $1,196 goal

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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

Dear Generous Donor,

Imagine a classroom where every child can find a book that sparks their imagination, builds their confidence, and helps them discover a lifelong love of reading.

That is the classroom I strive to create every day for my students.

I am requesting books to build a diverse and engaging classroom library that meets the needs of my young readers. Many of my students do not have access to books at home, so our classroom library becomes their gateway to new worlds, knowledge, and endless possibilities. With high-interest books at their fingertips, students will develop strong reading habits, improve their literacy skills, and see themselves reflected in the stories they read.

My goal for this project is to cultivate a community of readers who feel excited and empowered by books. I want my students to have access to stories that inspire them, challenge them, and help them grow as thinkers and learners. By providing a wide selection of books at various levels and interests, I can ensure that each child finds books that meet their needs and fuel their curiosity.

What makes my students special is their resilience, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique experiences and perspectives into our classroom. Many face challenges outside of school, but inside our classroom, they are explorers, storytellers, and knowledge seekers. Books have the power to uplift and inspire them, and with your support, they will have the resources they need to thrive.

Your generosity will make a lasting impact on my students’ education and their future. Thank you for believing in the power of books and for helping to create a classroom where every child can discover the joy of reading.

With gratitude,

Mrs. Shiflett G.H. Reid Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1-10 Box Set) • Amazon Business $68.94 2 $137.88
Press Start!, Books 1-5: A Branches Box Set • Amazon Business $18.41 6 $110.46
Magic Tree House Graphic Novel Starter Set: (A Graphic Novel Boxed Set) • Amazon Business $33.22 3 $99.66
Sports Illustrated Kids Graphic Novels Box: Fall and Winter Sports Set 1 • Amazon Business $24.38 4 $97.52
How to Catch Books for Kids Set • Amazon Business $88.99 1 $88.99
Ivy and Bean's Treasure Box: (Beginning Chapter Books, Funny Books for Kids, Kids Book Series) (Ivy + Bean) • Amazon Business $12.32 5 $61.60
Choose Your Own Adventure 4-Book Boxed Set #1: Origin Four (The Abominable Snowman, Journey Under The Sea, Space And Beyond, The Lost Jewels of Nabooti) • Amazon Business $14.69 4 $58.76
I Survived: Ten Thrilling Books (Boxed Set) • Amazon Business $27.54 2 $55.08
Flying Lessons: A Graphic Novel (Owly #3) (3) • Amazon Business $7.97 6 $47.82
Just a Little Blue: A Graphic Novel (Owly #2) (2) • Amazon Business $7.83 6 $46.98
The Way Home: A Graphic Novel (Owly #1) (1) • Amazon Business $7.51 6 $45.06
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (I Survived Graphic Novel #10) (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel (I Survived Graphic Novel #6) (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $8.66 4 $34.64
Eerie Elementary, Books 1-4: A Branches Box Set • Amazon Business $14.00 2 $28.00
I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 (I Survived Graphic Novel #8) (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $6.50 2 $13.00
I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 (I Survived Graphic Novel #9) (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $10.22 1 $10.22

Materials cost

$971.63

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,016.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$179.33

Total project goal

$1,195.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,195.53

1 Donor

-$1,195.53

Donations toward project cost

-$1,016.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$179.33

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