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  • McKnight Child Development Center
  • Kannapolis, NC
  • 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

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My students are full of big dreams, endless curiosity, and a deep love for learning. They are fully engaged when they can explore, create, and imagine in a play-based environment where learning truly comes alive. To support their growth, I am seeking resources that strengthen fine motor skills, encourage creativity through art, spark imagination with dramatic play props, and build strong foundations in literacy and math. Your support helps turn everyday play into powerful learning experiences and gives these children the tools they need to grow, discover, and believe in what’s possible

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My students are full of big dreams, endless curiosity, and a deep love for learning. They are fully engaged when they can explore, create, and imagine in a play-based environment where learning truly comes alive. To support their growth, I am seeking resources that strengthen fine motor skills, encourage creativity through art, spark imagination with dramatic play props, and build strong foundations in literacy and math. Your support helps turn everyday play into powerful learning experiences and gives these children the tools they need to grow, discover, and believe in what’s possible

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