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Reading Takes Us Places: Building a Thriving Classroom Library

Help me give my students a variety of exciting books and inspiring bookshelf decor to create an inviting, motivational classroom library where every student can find something they love to read.

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Hi there! I’m an 8th-grade teacher at a Title I school, and I’m on a mission to make our classroom library a place where every student feels excited to read. Many of my students face challenges in accessing books that truly spark their interest, so I’m asking for your help to make our reading space more inviting and inspiring.

With your support, I’d love to add a variety of books to our library—everything from gripping survival novels to scary stories and thrillers.

I want to make sure that every student can find a book they love, no matter their reading level or interests.

In addition to new books, I’d also like to add some colorful, motivating posters and decorations around the bookshelves to make the space feel cozy and fun. My goal is to create an environment where students can’t wait to dive into their next great read and feel inspired to explore new worlds through books.

Your generosity will help turn our classroom library into a place where reading isn’t just a task, but an exciting adventure! Thank you so much for helping us build a space where our students can grow, learn, and thrive.

Ms. Richardson will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by May 9.

Ms. Richardson Dickson Middle School Grades 6-8

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Dickson, TN View local requests 100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SHIDU Voice Amplifier for Teacher with Wireless Microphone Headset, Professional Power Bluetooth Amplifier, IPX5 Waterproof Portable Speaker and Megaphone for Tour Guide, Speech, Yoga, Meeting • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
The Inheritance Games Collection • Amazon Business $57.00 1 $57.00
The Selection 5-Book Box Set: The Complete Series • Amazon Business $35.72 1 $35.72
Xmeden Book Ends Heart Design, Gold Bookends for Shelves, Non-Skid Book end, Heavy Duty Resin Book Stopper for Books, Decorative Holder 10.43 x 3.93 x 5.51’’, Gold • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
National Park Mystery Series - Books 1-3: 3 Book Collection • Amazon Business $29.69 1 $29.69
upsimples 8x10 Picture Frame, Display Pictures 5x7 with Mat or 8x10 Without Mat, Wall Hanging Photo Frame, Black, 1 Pack • Amazon Business $5.89 5 $29.45
rophable 12PACK Acrylic Book Stand, 4x5 Inch Clear Book Display Easel Clear Acrylic Holder for Displaying Picture，Notebooks,Music Sheets Artworks,CDs • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Just Read A Book And Chill Neon Signs for Wall Decor, Classroom Neon Sign LED Light Signs Bedroom Decorations for Classroom Study Bedroom Decoration, 13.3" x 9" • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Frankenstein Scary Movie Wall Art & Decor - Vintage Horror Hollywood Monster Movie Poster Set Picture Prints - Goth, Gothic Gifts - Mary Shelley - Funny Retro Photo - Man Cave, Men, Teens Bedroom • Amazon Business $18.76 1 $18.76
Don't Read This Book Before Bed: Thrills, Chills, and Hauntingly True Stories • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
The Scary Book of Christmas Lore: 50 Terrifying Yuletide Tales from Around the World (Dark Fairy Tales And Folklore) • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
120 Pieces Bookmarks for Kids Set Book Marks Gifts for Kids Inspirational Motivational Paper Bookmark Pack for Book Lovers Adults Teacher Women Funny Reading Gift(Building Block) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Gold Reading Women Statue, Thinker Sculptures, Abstract Art Ornament, Modern Aesthetic Figurine Decoration, Suitable for Home Living Room Bedroom Office Shelf Table Desk Bookshelf Decor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Once You Learn to Read - Motivational Frederick Douglass Quote Wall Art Print, Inspirational Typographic Wall Art Decor for Home Decor, Office Decor, School, and Classroom Decor. Unframed - 8x10" • Amazon Business $11.63 1 $11.63
Go the Distance-A Twisted Tale • Amazon Business $10.13 1 $10.13
120 Piece DIY Inspirational Bookmarks for Students, Bulk Bookmarks, Cool Double-Sided Coloring Bookmark for Class Gifts, Color Your Own Book Marks for Kids, Adults, Teachers, Women, Men, Book Lovers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Optical Bookmarks Laminated Book Markers Creative Colored Bookmarks Reading Bookmarks for School Office Teacher Student Classroom Stationery Supply (160 Pieces) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Bookmark, Book Markers for Reading, 120 PCS, Bookmarks for Adults, Teacher Bookmark, Book Mark, Bookmarks for Women Men Kid Teens, Planner Bookmark, Cute Bookmark, Paper Bookmarks • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
I Escaped WWII Pearl Harbor: A WW2 Book for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
200 Pieces Animal Bulk Bookmarks for Kids - Cool Book Markers for Students - Vivid Cute Colorful Book Mark for Book Lovers to Help Read - Inspirational Paper Bookmarks Bulk for Adults Teenage Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Read Return Repeat Table Wood Plaque Sign,Book Character Librarian Life Wooden Stand Wood Sign Desk Decor for School Library Home Office Table Shelf,Reading Gifts for Women Girls Book Lovers Students • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
I Escaped Egypt's Deadliest Train Disaster: An American Abroad Survival Story For Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
I Escaped The Killer Bees: A Kids' Survival Adventure • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
I Escaped The Haunted Winchester House: A Haunted House Survival Story • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Spin Master Games, Kellogg's Cereal Puzzles 6-Pack, Square Cereal Boxes Puzzle Gift Set, Christmas Gifts for Kids, Stocking Stuffers, for Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Wooden Perpetual Block Calendar for Desk, Wood Month Date Display Blocks for Teachers, Students, Classroom, Rustic Farmhouse Office Decor, Desk Accessories (5 x 4 In) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
What Once Was Mine-A Twisted Tale • Amazon Business $9.58 1 $9.58
I Escaped The Salem Witch Trials: Salem, Massachusetts, 1692 • Amazon Business $9.54 1 $9.54
Conceal, Don't Feel: A Twisted Tale • Amazon Business $9.39 1 $9.39
I Escaped The Prison Island: An 1836 Child Convict Survival Story • Amazon Business $9.20 1 $9.20
I Escaped The Gold Rush Fever: A California Gold Rush Survival Story • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
I Escaped The Tower of London: A Renaissance England Kids Survival Story • Amazon Business $8.86 1 $8.86
READING Street Sign lover books library kindle nook | Indoor/Outdoor | 18" Wide Plastic Sign • Amazon Business $8.82 1 $8.82
Possess Me • Amazon Business $8.36 1 $8.36
Dead Girl's Diary • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Identikill • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
The Undrowned • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
The Fear Zone • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
Bury Me • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
The Collected • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
Vacancy • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
Darkroom • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
Haunt Me • Amazon Business $7.43 1 $7.43
Last Laugh • Amazon Business $7.42 1 $7.42
Escape • Amazon Business $7.37 1 $7.37
Scented Bookmarks Kids Scratch and Sniff Bookmarks Fruit Food Theme Bookmarks Sayings Bookmarks Assorted Scented Bookmarks Cute Bookmarks for Kids, Students, Teens, Food Lovers, 10 Styles (30 Pieces) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Follow Me • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
Scare Me • Amazon Business $6.50 1 $6.50
The Collector • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
Restart • Amazon Business $5.50 1 $5.50

Materials cost

$708.46

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3rd party payment processing fee

$10.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$749.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.19

Total project goal

$881.28

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Total project goal

 $881.28

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 $881.28

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