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Mrs. Edwards-Jourden from Bronx, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fostering Literacy with Buddy Reading Rugs

Help me give my students 2 area rugs for buddy and independent reading time.

  • $157 goal

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My Project

Buddy reading is a proven strategy for ESL students to develop their English language skills and fluency. However, it can be challenging to implement without a designated space. A classroom rug designed for buddy reading will create a welcoming reading corner for my students, encouraging peer interaction. This will allow my students to practice language skills through discussion and shared reading experiences.

An inviting rug can make reading fun and enjoyable, helping ESL students develop a lifelong passion for books.

The buddy reading rug will further enhance my students' listening and speaking skills. They will be able to take turns reading aloud, to improve their listening and speaking skills which is crucial for language development.

Mrs. Edwards-Jourden PS 106 Parkchester Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Bronx, 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

28 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Explore Through Reading Children's Educational Area Rug for Kids Bedroom Mat, Home Play Room or Classroom Carpet, 3' x 5', Multicolor • Amazon Business $58.26 1 $58.26
LIVEBOX USA Map ABC Baby Play Mat for Kids Room, 3x5 Feet Alphabet Washable Classroom Rug, Kids Playroom Rug for Educational, Non-Slip Baby Crawling Mat for Nursery Room, Toddlers Room • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99

Materials cost

$101.25

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$132.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.43

Total project goal

$156.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $156.20

1 Donor

-$156.20

Donations toward project cost

-$132.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.43

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 $0.00

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