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Ms. Arzate from Van Nuys, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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ABC Smiles and Roaring Letters: Learning Through Play

Help me give my students Learning Letters activity center, letter stickers, and alphabet learning toys to encourage pre-reading skills and letter recognition.

  • $641 goal

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

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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

I’m a preschool special education teacher in a Title I school, and for over 10 years, I’ve had the joy of working with amazing young learners with unique needs and big hearts. Many of my students are just beginning their journey with letters, sounds, and communication and for them, learning happens best through hands-on, engaging play. I’m requesting a few joyful learning tools to help support their growth: an Ice Cream Letter Recognition Toy Set, a Dinosaur Alphabet Toy Set, a Learning Letters Activity Center, and lots of stickers for encouragement and celebration. These tools will not only teach letter recognition but also help with social interaction, fine motor skills, and early communication, critical milestones for many of my students, especially those with autism or limited language.

In our classroom, a toy isn’t just a toy, it’s a bridge to learning, a spark of confidence, and a reason to smile.

With your support, we can create a learning space filled with wonder, laughter, and success. Your donation will help turn alphabet struggles into ABC triumphs and make our classroom a place where every child feels proud of what they can do. Thank you for believing in my little learners and for helping them shine in their own beautiful way.

Ms. Arzate Sylvan Park Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Van Nuys, CA 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

15 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Letters Activity Centers - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 2 $139.98
Lakeshore Letter Recognition Instant Learning Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 3 $119.97
Aizweb Alphabet Learning Toys,Dinosaur Color Sorting Matching Letter Game for Toddlers,Preschool Kindergarten Learning Activities Classroom Must Haves,Montessori Educational ABC Fine Motor Skills Toys • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Learning Resources Smart Snacks Alpha Pops - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $37.27 1 $37.27
Torlam Alphabet Learning Ice Cream Toy Play Set, Toddler Learning Toy ABC Letter Recognition Matching 26 Letters Games, Kindergarten Preschool Classroom Must Haves Kids Learning Activities, 52 Pieces • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
KOHAND 12 PCs 6-7 Inch Wood Slices for Crafts, Unfinished Wood Rounds with Bark, Round Wooden Discs Circles for Christmas Ornaments Wedding Rustic Decoration DIY Handcrafts Arts • Amazon Business $25.60 1 $25.60
Fashion Angels 2,000+ Alphabet Sticker Book, Includes Fun & Colorful Craft Letter Stickers, Ideal for Accessorizing Kids & Teens Notebooks, Journals & More • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Geyee 20 Sheets Bug Stickers for Kids, 520 Count Insect Stickers Bulk for Water Bottles Scrapbooking Envelopes Laptop, Waterproof Small Funny Adhesive Decals for Boys Girls Spring Craft(Lovely Style) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
3000 Pcs Bug Stickers for Kids Insect s Ladybug Small Buggy Stickers for Kids Reward Chart Classroom Reward Home Decor Room Wall DIY (Multicolor, Bug) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Jamegio 20 Sheets Colorful Letter Sticker, Alphabet Sticker Self Adhesive Letter • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
600 Pieces Insect Stickers for Kids, Spring Bugs Party Theme Label Stickers Decals Early Education Teaching Supplies for Classroom Home Rewards Party Favor, 1.38 Inches • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
1400 Pieces Colorful Alphabet Stickers Glitter Letter Stickers(20 Sheets) Self-Adhesive Shiny Stickers Used for Greeting Cards, Home Decoration, Children's Art and Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $5.38 1 $5.38

Materials cost

$449.72

Vendor shipping charges

$16.73

Sales tax

$41.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$544.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.06

Total project goal

$640.41

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