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Mr. Engel from Newell, SD is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Library/Writing Enhancement

Help me give my students a vibrant reading environment with bookshelves in our classroom to enhance literacy and ignite a passion for reading.

  • 2 donors
  • $743 still needed

expires Nov 19

  • 2 donors
  • $743 still needed
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My Project

Welcome to our exciting project, focused on enhancing literacy, through the addition of bookshelves, and a writing center with notebooks and writing paper, in our classroom. By providing accessible and organized book storage, I aim to create a dynamic reading environment that fosters a lifelong love for books among our students.

My primary goal is to cultivate a culture of literacy by establishing a cozy reading nook where students can engage with a diverse selection of books and writing.

Each of my students brings a unique background and perspective to our classroom, making them incredibly special. Their eagerness to learn, coupled with their diverse experiences, talents, and curiosity, motivates us to provide them with the tools they need to explore, imagine, and grow through the power of reading. By supporting this project, you are helping create a space where students can thrive academically and personally, setting them on a path towards a brighter future. Thank you for being a part of this transformative journey!

Mr. Engel
Grades 3-5
    More than a third 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

    This project will reach 20 students.

    2 donors have given to this project.

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sauder Miscellaneous Storage 5-Shelf Bookcase/Book Shelf, Vintage Oak Finish • Amazon Business $179.99 2 $359.98
Lakeshore Classic Birch Tabletop Writing Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $149.00 1 $149.00
Mead Composition Notebooks, 12 Pack, Wide Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", 100 Sheets per Comp Book, Color Will Vary (73389) • Amazon Business $23.11 3 $69.33
Teacher Created Resources Smart Start Writing Paper, 5/8 Inch Rule, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 360 Sheets, Red - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $29.99 1 $29.99
Teacher Created Resources K, 1 5/8" Space Writing Paper, Printed, Letter 8.50" x 11", White Paper, 360Sheet • Quill.com $27.89 1 $27.89
Albumgit 3 Pack Acrylic Wall Shelves, Self-Adhesive 15" Clear Floating Shelf Wall Mount, Invisible Kids Bookshelf, Display Storage Wall Ledge Shelves for Home Decoration and Organization • Amazon Business $14.96 1 $14.96

Materials cost

$651.15

Vendor shipping charges

$10.45

Sales tax

$35.81

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$737.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.09

Total project goal

$867.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$867.27

2 Donors

-$125.00

Donations toward project cost

-$106.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

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$742.27

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