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Ms. Thayer from East Boston MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Balloon Buggy Blast-off: A Hands-On Science Adventure!

Help me give my students a memorable end of year project that challenges them to incorporate their knowledge of physics!

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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

We want to end our year with a big project where students create balloon-powered vehicles, or "balloon buggies." These buggies serve as dynamic tools for our students to apply their knowledge of physics in a practical, engaging manner.

By constructing, testing, and refining these balloon buggies, students immerse themselves in hands-on experimentation, honing their problem-solving skills and understanding of fundamental scientific principles.

Your support will directly impact our students' ability to acquire essential skills and knowledge, fostering a deeper appreciation for STEM subjects. With this project we hope to inspire the a sense of innovation and problem solving.

Ms. Thayer
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pitsco Balloon Buggy Pack (For 50 Students) • Amazon Business $177.15 1 $177.15
Mini Hot Glue Gun Set for Class Project, Small Glue Gun Kids Hot Melt Arts Craft DIY Glue Gun for Crafts School DIY Arts Home Quick Repairs (Multicolored 8 Pieces) • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
ELDVAP Mini Hot Glue Sticks 4" and 0.27'' Diameter with Most Mini Glue Guns, 200 Pack Multipurpose Hot Glue Gun Sticks for Kids Adults DIY Art Craft Gluing Sealing Repairing • Amazon Business $14.88 1 $14.88

Materials cost

$221.02

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$254.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.88

Total project goal

$299.22

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Total project goal

 $299.22

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 $299.22

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