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Ms. Pappas from Winston Salem, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Pappas's classroom raised $350

Little Hands, Big Learning

Help me give my students exciting hands-on learning opportunities for meaningful daily classroom learning.

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Ms. Pappas Gibson Elementary School
Winston Salem, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

Kindergarten is where the foundation for learning begins, and in our classroom, that foundation is built through hands-on, engaging experiences that make learning meaningful and fun. My students come to school with different strengths, needs, and experiences, but they all share a love for learning when it feels exciting and accessible. They are curious, energetic, and thrive when given opportunities to explore, build, and learn through play.

These materials will transform everyday learning into interactive, hands-on experiences that meet my students exactly where they are.

From alphabet and number floor puzzles to magnetic science kits and building materials, my students will be able to explore literacy, math, and STEM concepts in engaging, developmentally appropriate ways. These tools will support small group instruction, strengthen foundational skills, and give my students opportunities to problem-solve, collaborate, and build confidence.

My goal is to create a classroom where all students feel successful, supported, and excited to learn. These materials will help me provide more meaningful, differentiated instruction while fostering a love of learning that will last beyond kindergarten. Your support will help create a space where learning is joyful, inclusive, and empowering.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

24 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Pappas Gibson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Winston Salem, NC 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

24 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
100-Piece Wooden Train Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99
hand2mind Magnetic Science Kit for Kids 8-12, Kids Science Kit with Fact-Filled Guide, Make Magnets Float and Build a Compass, STEM Toys, 9 Science Experiments • Amazon Business $37.19 1 $37.19
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Round the Shore Tracks Jigsaw Floor Puzzle and Wind-Up Vehicles, 48 Pieces - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $29.99 1 $29.99
Kaplan Early Learning Alphabet Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
Dinhon Kids Learning Locks with Keys Numbers Matching & Counting Montessori Educational Toys for Ages 3 4 5 Boys and Girls Preschool Games Gifts • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Number Train Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Briarpatch 26-Piece The World of Eric Carle Alphabet & Counting 2-Sided Floor Puzzle (UG-33835) • Quill.com $15.63 1 $15.63

Materials cost

$241.34

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.00

Sales tax

 $18.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$296.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.37

Total project goal

$349.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $349.15

1 Donor

-$349.15

Donations toward project cost

-$296.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.37

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