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Ms. Fine from New York, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science Lending Library

My students need more books to grab their interest and continually expand their minds!

  • $330 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 Students

I am a teacher in a Title l public school in Harlem. There is one general education class and there are two special education classes per grade, and many of our students are second language learners. I have been teaching at my school for 17 years. Last year I became the science teacher.

I am trying to make every student realize the magnitude of the world of science and to find what excites each of them.

Over the past year and a half, more and more of the students are wanting to spend more time in the science room, borrowing books and/or wanting to learn more about the materials in the classroom.

My Project

My students want to learn! Last year I started a Science Lending Library for the students in 3rd - 5th grade. Six students participated. This year, over 30 students have joined and they are taking new books each week! This is all voluntary and after school!

At this rate, I am concerned that the children in 3rd grade will run out of new books and lose interest.

A 4th grade student introduced me to the Max Axiom books last year and I bought a few for the Lending Library. They have been extremely popular books to take out since the first day! Who knows how many more children will join the Science Lending Library once the word gets out that I have more of the Max Axiom books!

Ms. Fine PS 36 Margaret Douglas Grades 3-5

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.

More about Ms. Fine

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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

180 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Engineering an Awesome Recycling Center With Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science and Engineering in Action) • Amazon Business $8.10 2 $16.20
A Crash Course in Forces and Motion with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 2 $16.20
The Shocking World of Electricity with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 2 $16.20
A Refreshing Look at Renewable Energy with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 2 $16.20
The Attractive Story of Magnetism with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $6.42 2 $12.84
The Amazing Story of Cell Phone Technology: Max Axiom STEM Adventures • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
The Dynamic World of Drones: Max Axiom STEM Adventures • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
The Remarkable World of Robots: Max Axiom STEM Adventures • Amazon Business $8.50 1 $8.50
A Journey through the Digestive System with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 1 $8.10
Engineering a Totally Rad Skateboard with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Library: Graphic Science and Engineering in Action) • Amazon Business $8.10 1 $8.10
The Whirlwind World of Hurricanes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 1 $8.10
A Journey into Adaptation with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $8.10 1 $8.10
The Science of Football with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (The Science of Sports with Max Axiom) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Super Cool Forces and Motion Activities with Max Axiom (Max Axiom Science and Engineering Activities) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
The Science of Hockey with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (The Science of Sports with Max Axiom) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
The Science of Baseball with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (The Science of Sports with Max Axiom) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
The Incredible Work of Engineers With Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science and Engineering in Action) • Amazon Business $7.73 1 $7.73
The Powerful World of Energy with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $7.60 1 $7.60
The Dynamic World of Chemical Reactions with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $7.30 1 $7.30
The Explosive World of Volcanoes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $7.26 1 $7.26
The Science of Basketball with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (The Science of Sports with Max Axiom) • Amazon Business $7.16 1 $7.16
Understanding Global Warming with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $6.73 1 $6.73
The Solid Truth about States of Matter with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $6.69 1 $6.69
Understanding Photosynthesis with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
Investigating the Scientific Method with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $5.90 1 $5.90
The Basics of Cell Life with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $5.77 1 $5.77
The Earth-Shaking Facts about Earthquakes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49
Exploring Ecosystems with Max Axiom, Super Scientist (Graphic Science) • Amazon Business $4.20 1 $4.20

Materials cost

$246.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$280.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.46

Total project goal

$329.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$329.72

4 Donors

-$149.58

Donations toward project cost

-$140.13

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.45

Matching donations from our partners

-$164.86

Match offers toward project cost

-$140.13

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.73

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$15.28

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$0.00

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