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Ms. Edwards from Durham, NC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Edwards's classroom raised $491

Little Scientists, Big Discoveries!

Help me give my students an explore science hands-on with a Geo Safari Talking Microscope, building curiosity, observation skills, scientific thinking, and excitement while discovering the amazing world of tiny specimens.

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Ms. Edwards W.G. Pearson Elementary School
Durham, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

I love how my Pre-K students are naturally curious, excited to explore, and always eager to ask, “Why?” Our science center will give them opportunities to investigate, observe, and discover the world around them through hands-on learning.

Resources like the GeoSafari Talking Microscope will help students explore objects up close, build vocabulary, strengthen observation skills, and develop early scientific thinking.

These engaging tools will encourage my little scientists to ask questions, make discoveries, work together, share their ideas, and develop confidence as young explorers. With these resources, students can learn through play, exploration, and meaningful experiences while building a lifelong love of science and learning.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 12 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Edwards W.G. Pearson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

HBCU Alum 12 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Educational Insights GeoSafari Talking Microscope - Kids Microscope Toy Featuring Bindi Irwin, Interactive STEM Toys and Science Kits for Kids 3-5, Preschool Science for Toddlers • Amazon Business $47.69 1 $47.69
Kaplan Early Learning Kaplan Early Learning Organic Textures Ocean Discovery Set ? 22 Pieces, STEM Sensory Science Kit with Realistic Shells, Coral & Fossil Replicas, Nature Exploration Toy for Kids Ages 2+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $47.45 1 $47.45
Magnetic Field Wonder Window • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Yellow Door Let's Investigate, Bugs, Set of 8, 7.677x3.74x3.74 - Wood - Grades PreK-K - Toddler - Durable • School Specialty $39.97 1 $39.97
Yunsailing 6 Pcs Binoculars for Kids for Age 3-12 Years | Binoculars, Shock Proof Toy, Outdoor, Gift ,Hunting Folding, Small Telescope, for Bird Watching Learning Exploration • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
INNOCHEER Kids Science Experiment Kit with Lab Coat Scientist Costume Dress Up and Role Play Toys Gift for Boys Girls Kids Age 6+ Christmas Birthday Party • Amazon Business $23.89 1 $23.89
Geoworld 10 Insect Specimens Set - Real Beetles, Scorpions, Crickets in Resin with Magnifying Glass & Booklet - Great for Science Projects - Kids Scientific Educational Toy • Amazon Business $23.74 1 $23.74
Landtaix 100pcs Magnetic Tiles Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old Boys Girls Educational Magnet Blocks Christmas Birthday Gift Toys for Kids Ages 4-8 Sensory Toys 3-5 • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Battat Realistic Discover Bugs • Kaplan Early Learning Company $21.80 1 $21.80
Learning Resources Primary Science Lab Gear | Kids Lab Coat and Goggles, Pretend Play Scientist Gear and Career Costumes for Kids, Mad Scientist Costume, Toddler Dress-Up • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Marble Run Building Blocks STEM Toy Track Race Maze 30 Glass Marbles for Kids Boys Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old Birthday Present Preshool Gift • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Dinosaurs Magic Crystal Growing Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$350.38

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.00

Sales tax

 $27.33

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$416.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.58

Total project goal

$490.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $490.55

1 Donor

-$490.55

Donations toward project cost

-$416.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.58

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