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Mr. Bussey from Hapeville, GA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Catch 'Em All: Encouraging Reading With Pokémon

Help me give my students an exciting reading experience with Pokémon books, a Pikachu reading buddy, and protective sleeves for their treasured cards.

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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

My students are a diverse and enthusiastic group, each bringing unique backgrounds and perspectives to our classroom. They are incredibly motivated, especially in our gamified learning environment where Pokémon play a key role in driving their excitement and determination. Their hard work has already set school records for reading growth, and their passion for learning is truly inspiring. The Pokémon books and manga will captivate my students' imaginations, providing engaging and relatable stories that will enhance their reading skills. The 24" Pikachu plush will serve as a comforting reading buddy, making reading time more enjoyable and encouraging reluctant readers to participate. The binder sleeves will protect our Pokémon cards, which are used as rewards and educational tools, ensuring that they remain in great condition for all students to enjoy.

Help us harness the power of Pokémon to inspire a lifelong love of reading in our students!

The primary goal of this project is to further motivate my students to read and to support their literacy development. By integrating their love for Pokémon into our reading activities, I aim to create a dynamic and enjoyable learning experience that continues to foster their impressive growth. My students' dedication and enthusiasm for learning, especially within our gamified classroom, are what make them truly special. Their ability to set and achieve ambitious goals, coupled with their diverse backgrounds, creates a rich and supportive learning environment where everyone thrives. This project will build on their successes and take their reading achievements to new heights, providing them with the resources they need to continue their journey of lifelong learning.

Mr. Bussey Hapeville Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

More about Mr. Bussey

Hapeville, GA View local requests

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
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pokémon X•Y Complete Box Set: Includes vols. 1-12 (Pokémon Manga Box Sets) • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Jazwares - Pokemon 24" Plush - Pikachu • Best Buy Education $54.99 1 $54.99
Pokemon Super Collection Series Books 1-15 Box Set • Amazon Business $39.50 1 $39.50
Pokémon Adventures (7 Volume Set - Reads R to L (Japanese Style) for all ages) • Amazon Business $37.59 1 $37.59
The Official Pokémon Early Reader 6 Books Box Set Collection with Full Colour Illustrations(Alola Adventure,Guardians Challenge,Team Rocket Trouble,Battle on Alola,School Trip &Legendary Ultra Beasts) • Amazon Business $34.90 1 $34.90
Classic Chapter Book Collection (Pokémon) (Pokémon Chapter Books) • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
900 Pockets Baseball Card Sleeves, ABLY Double Side 9-Pocket Trading Card Binder Sleeves Page Protectors Sheet for Skylanders, Pokemon, Top Trumps for 3 Ring Binder(50 Pages) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$257.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$309.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.63

Total project goal

$364.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $364.21

2 Donors

-$364.21

Donations toward project cost

-$309.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$54.63

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