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Mr. Crisafi from New York, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading Nook

Help me give my students get a comfy reading nook area for our library.

  • $229 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

My students are curious, energetic, and full of wonder. They come to school each day ready to explore, ask questions, and engage with the world around them. Their enthusiasm for learning is infectious, and their unique perspectives and backgrounds contribute to a rich, dynamic classroom environment. They are special because they bring a sense of joy and discovery to everything we do, and they inspire me to be a better educator every day.

The rug will provide a comfortable and inviting space for my students to sit and read.

It will help define the reading nook area, making it a distinct and special place where they can immerse themselves in books.

The bean bag will offer a cozy and supportive seating option for my young learners. It will make reading time more enjoyable and encourage them to spend more time in the reading nook, fostering a love for books.

The curtain will create a sense of enclosure and privacy in the reading nook, helping my students to focus and feel secure. It will also add a touch of magic and whimsy to the space, making it even more appealing to young readers.

Promote a Love of Reading: By creating a dedicated and comfortable reading nook, I aim to instill a lifelong love of reading in my students. I want them to see reading as a fun and enjoyable activity.

Enhance Focus and Engagement: The cozy environment of the reading nook will help students concentrate better, leading to more meaningful and engaged reading experiences.

Foster Independence: The reading nook will encourage students to explore books on their own, fostering a sense of independence and self-directed learning.

Mr. Crisafi PS 142 Amalia Castro Grades PreK-2

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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New York, NY 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

15 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
WhatsBedding 4 ft Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults/Teens with Filling,4' Bean Bag Sofa with Ultra Soft Dutch Velvet Cover,Round Bean Bag for Living Room,4 Foot,Black • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Kertnic Bed Canopy for Girls, Ruffled Soft Pink Princess Canopy Dreamy Bow Decor, Bed Canopies for Kids Room, Hanging Canopy Bedding Drapes Toddler Reading Nook Play Tent (Red Bean) • Amazon Business $39.89 1 $39.89
Pettop Fluffy Tie-Dye BlueGrey Rug for Bedroom Living Room, 4x6 Feet Rectangle Large Rug Plush Fuzzy Carpet for Girls Kids Boys, Non-Slip and Washable Rug for Nursery Classroom, Home Decor Rug • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59

Materials cost

$161.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$193.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.22

Total project goal

$228.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $228.11

1 Donor

-$228.11

Donations toward project cost

-$193.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.22

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 $0.00

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