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Mrs. Dahl from Kealakekua HI is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Active Brains Through Movement P.E. Is Necessary At All Ages

Help me give my students an amazing learning experience through physical education, movement enhances the brain!

  • 8 donors
  • $795 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Physical Education (P.E.) is an essential component of a child's holistic development, fostering physical fitness, motor skills, and social interaction. For 4th graders, P.E. becomes not just about physical activity but also a means of building confidence, coordination, and a sense of accomplishment. Integrating innovative equipment into their P.E. routines can enhance their learning experience and overall well-being.

Blaze Pods are compact, versatile devices designed to facilitate interactive physical activities and cognitive challenges.

How Blaze Pods can make a difference in their learning:

Engagement and Motivation: Traditional P.E. activities may pose challenges for 4th graders, leading to disengagement or frustration. Blaze Pods offer interactive and gamified experiences, capturing their interest and motivating them to participate actively.

Multi-Sensory Learning: 4th graders often learn best through multi-sensory experiences. Blaze Pods incorporate auditory, visual, and tactile stimuli, appealing to different learning styles. For instance, they can respond to touch, emit colorful lights, and produce sounds, providing immediate feedback and reinforcing learning outcomes effectively.

Social Interaction: P.E. is not just about physical exertion; it's also an opportunity for social interaction and teamwork.

My goals for implementing Blaze Pods in the P.E. curriculum are multi-faceted:

Inclusivity: To create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to participate actively in physical activities.

Skill Development: To enhance motor skills, coordination, and cognitive abilities through engaging and purposeful P.E. experiences.

Confidence Building: To boost self-confidence and self-esteem by celebrating achievements and fostering a growth mindset.

Social Development: To promote teamwork, communication, and empathy through collaborative activities and peer interaction.

Long-term Impact: To instill a lifelong appreciation for physical fitness and well-being, laying the foundation for healthy habits and active lifestyles.

Mrs. Dahl
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Blazepod Reaction Training Platform Improves Reaction Time And Agility For Athletes, Trainers, Coaches, Physical & Neurological Therapists, Fitness Trainers, Physical Educators • Amazon Business $399.00 1 $399.00
Rugs America Mika Collection MO60A Milkshake Contemporary Geometric Area Rug 8'0"x10'0" • Amazon Business $139.12 1 $139.12
Vinsot Kids Toys Toss and Catch Game Set 40 Paddles 20 Balls Beach Toys Yard Family Game Outdoor Ball Sports Games Toss and Catch Ball Set with Paddles Ball Nylon Catch Toys • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
Xeehwb 12 Pcs Rubber Chicken,Squeeze Chicken,Screaming Chicken Dog Toys,Yellow Squawking Chicken Toy Novelty for Kids or Adults (6.3 inch) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$609.10

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$675.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$119.12

Total project goal

$794.16

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $794.16

2 Donors

-$386.79

Donations toward project cost

-$346.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.52

match offer

-$386.79

Match offer toward project cost

-$328.77

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.02

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.59

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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