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Mrs. Ronan from Magnolia, DE is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spreading Joy This Holiday Season With The Magic Of Stories

Help me give my students a lasting impact, opening up new worlds and inspiring their minds through the magic of stories, and spread joy this holiday season by providing books for our students in need during the holidays.

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As the holiday season approaches, thoughts of warmth, joy, and giving fill the air. For my students, one of the greatest gifts they could receive is the simple magic of a book to call their own. Imagine the excitement on a child's face as they hold a book in their hands, flipping through pages filled with worlds they've never explored, characters who could become friends, and stories that spark their imaginations. Having their own books this holiday season offers my students much more than mere entertainment; it opens doors to learning, inspires creativity, and brings comfort that will brighten their spirits.

First and foremost, owning a book gives each student a sense of ownership and pride in something all their own.

Many of my students come from backgrounds where resources like books are not always readily available at home. With a book of their own, they have a new treasure- one they can receive this holiday season.

Additionally, books offer a unique source of comfort, aspect during the holiday season, which can be a challenging time for some students. Through books, they can discover characters who face challenges, grow, and emerge stronger- giving my students hope and a sense of resilience.

Mrs. Ronan Magnolia Middle School Grades 6-8

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Magnolia, DE View local requests 415 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series Sampler Collection - 18 Book Set • AKJ Education $193.55 1 $193.55
HARRY POTTER: BOXSET BOOKS 1-7 (PB) • AKJ Education $73.00 1 $73.00
3 Graphic Novels: HOOKY Volumes 1-3 (paperback book set) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $50.00 1 $50.00
NEW COLLECTION - I Survived Series Book Set I (#1 - #10) • Amazon Business $49.45 1 $49.45
4 Elementary Book Set #1 (8-12): Black Boy Joy, A Good Kind of Trouble, Stamped (Kids), Hidden Figures Young Readers;Black Books Matters-MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $49.00 1 $49.00
Achieve It! Percy Jackson & The Olympians Book Series Variety Pack, Grades 5 to 9, Set of 5 - Grades 5-9 - Kids • School Specialty $48.74 1 $48.74
March (Trilogy Slipcase Set) (paperback book set); Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $44.99 1 $44.99
Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7) • Amazon Business $44.76 1 $44.76
3 Book Set - Graphic Novels - Jerry Craft Author Study: New Kid, Class Act, School Trip (paperback); Black Books Matters from MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $38.00 1 $38.00
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Collection - 5 Book Set • AKJ Education $32.08 1 $32.08
Jason Reynolds & Track Series Collection (paperback boxed book set); Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $28.79 1 $28.79
The Crossover Series 3-Book Box Set: The Crossover, Booked, Rebound (paperback book set); Black Books Matters from MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $28.77 1 $28.77
Percy Jackson X 5 Book Set Series Collection 5 Book Set • Amazon Business $27.70 1 $27.70
Goosebumps Classic (Series 1) - 10 Books Set Collection R.L. Stine • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
Christopher Paul Curtis 3 Book Set: The Watsons, Bud, Not Buddy, Mighty Miss Malone (paperback boxed set); Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • MahoganyBooks $24.27 1 $24.27
La Novela Grafica Colecci?n - Graphic Novel Spanish Collection - 5 Book Set • AKJ Education $21.72 1 $21.72
A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow (hardcover) - Reese's Book Club YA Pick • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00

Materials cost

$795.31

Vendor shipping charges

 $26.25

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$863.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$152.38

Total project goal

$1,015.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,015.87

2 Donors

-$868.78

Donations toward project cost

-$863.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.29

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$147.09

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