Completed:Can I Stick It? Sticky & Bright Art & Writing Supplies
"I provide the inspiration, you provide the fun stuff!
My Kindergarten students are a racially mixed group of 5 & 6 year old special education students, regular education students, and English Language Learners. This diverse population of children provides a beautiful challenge for me every schoo...
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"I provide the inspiration, you provide the fun stuff!
My Kindergarten students are a racially mixed group of 5 & 6 year old special education students, regular education students, and English Language Learners. This diverse population of children provides a beautiful challenge for me every school year to bring them together as a family and learn to love school.
My Kindergarten students are just beginning to discover the skills of recording their ideas and words on paper. Emergent writers need access to interesting materials with which to create. These materials should be easily accessible and well organized so they can freely use and respect the art of art and writing.
Our Writing and Art Center needs your help! I have a new shelf that I found in a back room that no one was using, and it is EMPTY! The materials I have ordered for this center will provide years of use for my students. They are durable and refillable. My children will have access to these materials every day during our "choice time" where they will self-select materials to create and invent. I can also use them to work with students individually and in small groups on letter and number recognition skills.
Children are naturally inspired to create. Just give them a pair of scissors and some paper and watch what happens!! But what if they don't have the scissors? Your donation will guarantee my students that they will always be able to pick up scissors, or tape or whatever it is they need in order to create what's in their imagination.
My students need 11 items to express themselves, including scissors, colored tape, cute stamps, and alphabet rubbing plates.
See Ms. B.'s class participating in this project!
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Oct 6, 2009
Dear Monika, marlene, Lorrie, AIMEE LANG, Deborah, Denise Forte, Patricia, Shannon, Jennifer and Anonymous Donor,
The day our new supplies arrived for our Art and Writing Center, my students swarmed around the table like bees and the creativity has continued. It was thrilling to be able to present them with these supplies, and I plan to reveal new items each week so they can continue their creative momentum. This week, I introduced the foamy sticker shapes, and next week, we will use the stamps in the Math Center to learn and practice the numbers 13, 14, and 15. I stepped back and wrote down a few things I overheard as the children were exploring their new materials. Here are a few things I heard: "OH MAN! We can paint with this [colored] tape!" and "This is SO cool!" One boy looked around and said "Are there scissors?" I quietly handed him the new scissor center box, then snapped his picture. The last quote I wrote down that day was "I just love Kindergarten. Do you think we can live here?" I think that last one sums it up! Thanks again for sharing your love!
With gratitude, Ms. B.
Ms. B. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Sep 22, 2009
Dear Monika, marlene, Lorrie, AIMEE LANG, Deborah, Denise Forte, Patricia, Shannon, Jennifer and Anonymous Donor,
Thanks to you, I will to be able to share the news with my students that our classroom will be getting our new Art and Writing Center supplies. These materials will last in my classroom for many years to come, so not only will my current students benefit, but Thier little brothers, sisters, and cousins will use them too. I am grateful that you see the importance of public education and access to great education for all children. Art and writing are the way to a child's heart, so thank you for opening your hearts so that my children can express themselves!
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Nadine R. (volunteer)
on Jul 8, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
John C. (associate)
on Jul 9, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe all kids are special and should have wonderful education experiences. I know Mrs. B loves all her kids and brings out the best in them! "
marlene
from chicago, IL
gave
in support of Illinois
on Sep 11, 2009
"Thank you Marlene! I do expect the best from my kids, and love to provide them with great experiences that they will learn from and will always remember."
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 12, 2009
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Lorrie
from Chicago, IL
gave
in support of Illinois
on Sep 14, 2009
"Thank you Lorrie! My students are ready to create, and your donation has taken us one step closer to getting the supplies they need to express themselves."
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 15, 2009
"I gave to this project because I want to support teachers who see the value in the arts-for kids of any age! Keep up the great work!"
Shannon
from Hoffman Estates, IA
gave
on Sep 18, 2009
"Thank you Shannon. I want you to know that I incorporate the arts in every theme I teach. We discuss classic paintings for art appreciation, use "found" objects to make sculpture, and our easel is open every day during choice time. We also take field trips to the art institute. Much love to you from my kids."
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 18, 2009
"Not only am I a strong supporter of literacy, but one of the children is my grand daughter. I am a former teacher."
Patricia
from Illinois
gave
on Sep 19, 2009
"Thank you so much Patricia! I'm thrilled that you can help our classroom, and that it will go directly to benefit your grand daughter's education."
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 19, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Literacy education."
Denise Forte
from Illinois
gave
on Sep 21, 2009
"I gave to this project because I know how much the right teacher can mean to a child's intellectual and personal development. I want to encourage people to help where you can to make sure our children can compete in the global market and have a chance at realizing the American Dream."
Deborah
from Otter Lake, MI
gave
on Sep 21, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am going to college right now to work with children in elementary schools and just children in general. I know the importance of having the proper materials for projects; it helps children to learn better."
Jennifer
from Marshalltown, IA
gave
on Sep 21, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe it is important to live by Ghandi's words of "be the change you wish to see in the world." All children should have the opportunity to be exposed to the joys of art and to be as successful as they can possibly be. "
Monika
from Baltimore, MD
gave
on Sep 21, 2009
"Thank you very much for your help today Denise, Deborah and Jennifer! I can't wait to get my students working with these great supplies! We will use them EVERY day!"
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 21, 2009
"Thank you Monika! I agree. One of our classroom rules is "Be creative, not destructive.""
The teacher Ms. B.
on Sep 21, 2009
"I gave to this project because I feel students need technology in their classroom that not only help them learn the content but also teach them responsibility and how to use the equiptment. I also want to help kids in Michigan!"
A donor
gave
on Sep 22, 2009
"I gave to this project because...I just love art and think it is very important for all students! I want everyone to have a chance to be creative."
AIMEE LANG
from DEERFIELD, IL
gave
on Sep 22, 2009
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