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Ms. White from Houston, TX is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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One Bookshelf Is for Our Reading Rainbow

Help me give my students headphones, a rolling cart, and a cube shelf with storage to organize books and materials and a sturdy design which makes it practical for everyday use.

  • $389 goal

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My Project

Creating a bookshelf for my students will have a significant impact on their learning experience in several ways. First and foremost, it will foster an environment that encourages reading, exploration, and independent learning which can ignite curiosity and motivate students to engage more deeply with reading materials. A thoughtfully designed bookshelf can cater to a variety of interests, providing students with the opportunity to discover new topics and expand their knowledge beyond the classroom

The expectations for this project are multi-faceted.

On a practical level, the bookshelf will provide a dedicated space for the collection of books and other educational resources, organizing them in a way that is visually appealing and helps engage students more deeply with the reading materials. Additionally, this project aims to foster a love for reading, helping students to develop critical thinking and imagination as they engage with different genres and subjects. The bookshelf will also serve as a focal point for class discussions, book clubs, and other interactive learning activities, contributing to a more dynamic and collaborative classroom atmosphere.

What makes my students special is their diverse backgrounds and unique learning styles. Some students are visual learners who thrive with illustrations and graphic novels while others are more inclined toward non-fiction texts that deepen their understanding of the world.

Many students come from different cultural backgrounds, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences that enrich the learning environment. By creating a space that reflects these varied interests and needs, the bookshelf will cater to these differences, ensuring every student feels seen and valued in their educational journey. Additionally, some students may need extra support in developing their literacy skills, and the bookshelf will provide access to leveled reading materials that can meet them where they are while encouraging growth and improvement.

Ms. White Outley Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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 Ms. White

Houston, TX 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

24 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Winsome 20053 4 x 2 Cube Shelf with Wainscoting Panel, Black • Quill.com $171.99 1 $171.99
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 5-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $42.99 2 $85.98
Simple Houseware Heavy Duty 3-Tier Metal Utility Rolling Cart, Multicolor • Amazon Business $37.78 1 $37.78

Materials cost

$295.75

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$330.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.27

Total project goal

$388.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$388.46

4 Donors

-$388.46

Donations toward project cost

-$330.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.27

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$0.00

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