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

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Empowering Minds: Books and Shelves for Curious Learners

Help me give my students a classroom library that they deserve with books on social emotional learning, science, diversity, etc.

  • $660 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

Our classroom is a haven for budding intellects, where imagination takes flight and knowledge knows no bounds. However, to foster this environment of curiosity and growth, we require your support. With your generous donations, we aim to enrich our library with a diverse collection of books and provide a sturdy bookshelf to house these treasures.

Imagine a world where every child has access to a plethora of books, where stories ignite passion and knowledge fuels dreams.

Our project seeks to transform this vision into reality by expanding our classroom library. From timeless classics to contemporary tales, from science to literature, our curated collection will cater to the varied interests and learning styles of our students.

Why books? Books are more than just words on paper; they are windows to new worlds, mirrors reflecting our own experiences, and pathways to understanding. By immersing our students in literature, we cultivate critical thinking, empathy, and a lifelong love for learning.

However, a library is incomplete without proper shelving to organize and display these literary treasures. A sturdy bookshelf will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of our classroom but also ensure that our books are easily accessible to students, encouraging them to explore and discover.

Your contribution will empower our students to become lifelong readers and learners. With each page turned, they will embark on new adventures, gain invaluable insights, and broaden their horizons. Together, let's nurture a generation of curious minds and passionate readers.

Thank you for your support in making our dream of a vibrant and inclusive classroom library a reality. Together, we can ignite a love for reading that will last a lifetime.

Ms. Taylor Broad Rock 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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Richmond, VA 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
JAQ Bookshelf for Toddlers, 4-Tier Metal Kids Bookshelves Rack with Toy Storage Organizer in Bedroom Study Room Playrooms Nursery for Infants Baby Young Children (4-Tier/ 25.7inch, White) • Amazon Business $53.99 1 $53.99
Pete the Cat: 9 book Set • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
18 Pack 30 Pieces Puzzles for Kids Ages 3-8 Wooden Kids Puzzles Toddler Puzzles Ages 3-5 Educational Learning Toys Set for Kids Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
How to catch: Storybook Collection - From the New York Times bestselling team - Adam Wallace & Andy Elkerton • Amazon Business $23.89 1 $23.89
The Giving Tree Hardcover Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Wonder (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Don't Be Afraid to Fail: It's Okay to Make Mistakes! - How Outsmarting Worry & Anxious Thoughts Can Help You Have Fun and Be Confident In Trying New Things - A Kid’s Book On Anxiety • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
The Noisy Classroom (The Noisy Classroom, 1) • Amazon Business $14.29 1 $14.29
How to Catch a Snowman • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Lockdown Drill at Superhero School: Calmly prepare for a Lockdown Drill with Superhero Skills • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Chairs on Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, or Early Readers • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Pencils on Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, or Early Readers • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $11.50 1 $11.50
Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger: Social Emotional Book for Kids about Diversity and Kindness (Children’s Book for Boys and Girls) (World of Kids Emotions) • Amazon Business $11.04 1 $11.04
The Rainbow Fish • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
If You Take a Mouse to School • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
I Am a Bee: A Book About Bees for Kids (I Am Learning: Educational Series for Kids) • Amazon Business $10.42 1 $10.42
I Am Spring: A Book About Spring for Kids (I Am Learning: Educational Series for Kids) • Amazon Business $10.37 1 $10.37
I Am Earth: An Earth Day Book for Kids (I Am Learning: Educational Series for Kids) • Amazon Business $10.24 1 $10.24
I Am the Solar System: A book about space for kids, from the sun, through the planets, to the heliosphere and into interstellar space, helping ... (I Am Learning: Educational Series for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Energy: Physical Science for Kids • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Waves: Physical Science for Kids • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Forces: Physical Science for Kids • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Turkey Goes to School (Turkey Trouble) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
How to Catch a Turkey • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
The Day the Crayons Quit • Amazon Business $9.26 1 $9.26
The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky: Over 150 Spooky Stickers Inside. A Halloween Book for Kids (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
I Have Ants in My Pants: Learning Self-Control and Respect (National Center for Youth Issues) • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Matter: Physical Science for Kids • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Big Test Jitters (The Jitters Series) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Last Day Blues (The Jitters Series) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Have You Filled a Bucket Today?: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids (Bucketfilling Books) • Amazon Business $7.88 1 $7.88
I Am Thankful: A Thanksgiving Book for Kids • Amazon Business $7.58 1 $7.58
How to Catch a Leprechaun: A Saint Patrick's Day Book for Kids • Amazon Business $7.56 1 $7.56
The Crayons Trick or Treat • Amazon Business $7.50 1 $7.50
I Can Do Hard Things: Mindful Affirmations for Kids • Amazon Business $7.37 1 $7.37
Interrupting Chicken • Amazon Business $4.52 1 $4.52

Materials cost

$521.53

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$560.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.89

Total project goal

$659.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $659.24

4 Donors

-$650.71

Donations toward project cost

-$560.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.53

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