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Ms. Benedict from Menlo Park CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

We Are Readers!

Help me give my students new books to look forward to during read aloud time!

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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

Your generosity holds the key to transforming my classroom into a vibrant hub of learning and imagination. By providing essential books for my 25 students, you're offering more than just stories; you're providing windows to new worlds, perspectives, and knowledge. Books ignite curiosity, nurture empathy, and stimulate critical thinking.

With your support, each child can embark on a journey of exploration, discovery, and growth.

Your contribution will enrich their educational experience, fostering a lifelong love for reading and learning. Together, we can empower young minds and unlock the boundless potential within each student. Thank you for considering the profound impact your donation can make.

Ms. Benedict
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Grumpy Monkey Series 4 Books Set (Hardcover) • Amazon Business $64.32 1 $64.32
8 Book Set: A Little SPOT of Emotion Box Set (Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion) - Paperback • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $60.00 1 $60.00
Kaplan Early Learning Science Exploration Books - Set of 7 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $58.46 1 $58.46
Kaplan Early Learning Fun with Math Books - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $44.96 1 $44.96
Capstone Press Weather Basics Books - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $44.06 1 $44.06
Bad Kitty Collection - 6 Book Set • AKJ Education $32.92 1 $32.92
YOTTOY Mo Willems Collection | Pair of Elephant & Piggie Soft Stuffed Animal Plush Toys – 7” & 5” Sitting • Amazon Business $31.00 1 $31.00
Kaplan Early Learning Teddy Bear Math Books - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $28.76 1 $28.76
Capstone Press I See Seasons Books - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $23.36 1 $23.36
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions (The Color Monster, 1) • Amazon Business $13.60 1 $13.60
Toby the Turtle: a story about change and fear of the unknown • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Germs vs. Soap: A Silly Hygiene Book about Washing Hands! (Hilarious Hygiene Battle) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Spanish is My Superpower: A Social Emotional, Rhyming Kid's Book About Being Bilingual and Speaking Spanish (Teacher Tools) • Amazon Business $11.62 1 $11.62
Duck! Rabbit!: (Bunny Books, Read Aloud Family Books, Books for Young Children) • Amazon Business $10.77 1 $10.77
Living Things and Nonliving Things: A Compare and Contrast Book (Arbordale Collection) • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day Is Cool • Amazon Business $9.88 1 $9.88
I Really Like Slop!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $9.29 1 $9.29
Winter Is Here • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Should I Share My Ice Cream?-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $8.81 1 $8.81
Let's Go for a Drive!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
My New Friend Is So Fun!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $8.50 1 $8.50
Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn: A Fall Book for Kids • Amazon Business $8.37 1 $8.37
There Is a Bird On Your Head!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $8.13 1 $8.13
Pete the Cat: The Great Leprechaun Chase: Includes 12 St. Patrick's Day Cards, Fold-Out Poster, and Stickers! • Amazon Business $8.09 1 $8.09
I Am Going!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Happy Pig Day!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
My Friend is Sad-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Today I Will Fly!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $7.82 1 $7.82
When Spring Comes: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
Summer Song • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29
Thank You Book, The-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $7.23 1 $7.23
In the Middle of Fall • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
Pete the Cat and the Easter Basket Bandit: Includes Poster, Stickers, and Easter Cards!: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids • Amazon Business $6.28 1 $6.28
Pete the Cat: Trick or Pete • Amazon Business $6.28 1 $6.28
The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too! • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10

Materials cost

$616.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $56.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$716.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.52

Total project goal

$843.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $843.47

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 $843.47

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