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Mrs. Fraas from Winston Salem, NC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bloom, Learn, and Thrive

Help me give my students flowers, seeds, and bird feeders to set up an outdoor learning area that encourages exploration, hands-on learning, and a deep connection with nature.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Fraas's classroom raised $245

This project is fully funded

My Project

I love how curious, enthusiastic, and eager my students are to explore the world around them. They have bright eyes full of wonder and a natural desire to learn by doing, which makes teaching them a joy every day. Each resource we gather for our outdoor learning area will help nurture their curiosity and deepen their connection with nature in unique ways.

Planting native flowers like sunflowers and coneflowers will captivate their interest in pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Watching these plants grow and attract wildlife will teach them about ecosystems and the vital role plants play in supporting life.

Growing wildflowers and herbs from seeds gives students hands-on experience with the life cycle of plants. Tracking seed germination and plant growth encourages responsibility, observation skills, and scientific thinking as they record changes over time.

Setting up bird feeders with various seeds invites a variety of birds to our learning space. Students will practice observation and identification skills, learn about bird behavior and habitats, and develop empathy and care for living creatures.

Together, these resources create a vibrant, interactive outdoor classroom where students can explore, wonder, and grow alongside nature. This learning area will not only teach science in an engaging, hands-on way but also inspire mindfulness, creativity, and appreciation for the environmental qualities I deeply admire in my students and want to nurture every day. Your support in providing these materials will help make this immersive learning experience possible for them.

Mrs. Fraas Griffith Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Metal Bird Feeders for Outside, 6-Port, 2-Pack Wild Bird Feeders with Heavy Duty Chew-Proof and Rust-Proof Metal, 16 Inches • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Topadorn Floral Garden Stakes Outdoor Plant Pick Waterproof Metal Flower Garden Stakes for Lawn Yard Patio,Pathway and Planter Pot Decor,Set of 3,Bee,Butterfly and Dragonfly • Amazon Business $22.39 1 $22.39
Tuohours 92 Inch Double Shepherd Hook Stand for Outdoor Birdfeeder, Adjustable Two Sided Garden Bird Feeder Pole Holder for Birdhouse Planter Solar Light Lantern, Black, 1 Pack • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Pennington Pride Squirrel & Critter Blend With Corn, Sunflower Seeds and Peanuts, Helps Keep Critters Away From Bird Feeders, 10-lb. Bag • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sunflower Standing Bird Feeder Outdoor(2PCS),Bird Bath Feeders Bowl for Outdoor,Bowl Bird Feeder Flower Shape Bird Feeding Tray,Garden Decor Stake,Wild Bird Watcher,Gifts for Bird Lovers • Amazon Business $17.83 1 $17.83
Handheld Hummingbird Feeders (Set of 4) Small Hummingbird Feeder Glass with Window Suction Mount Base - Window/Handheld or Tabletop Mini Humming Bird Feeders, Hummingbird Feeders for Outdoors • Amazon Business $16.89 1 $16.89
Sow Right Seeds - Coleus Seeds for Planting Indoors - Garden Starter Kit - Includes Pots & Potting Soil - Non-GMO Packet with Instructions - Vibrant Foliage for Indoors or Outdoors - Gardening Gift • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Burpee Wildflower 25,000 Bulk, 1 Bag 18 Varieties of Non-GMO Flower Seeds for Hummingbirds and Butterflies • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
Burpee Wildflower Mix Monarch Sanctuary Seeds | 25,000 Non-GMO Seeds, 3 Types of Butterfly Weed Plus Cornflower, Lupine, Echinacea, and More | Pollinator Garden Attracts Monarch Butterflies • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
Burpee Wildflower 25,000 Bulk, 1 Bag, 18 Varieties of Non-GMO Flower Seeds Pollinator Garden, Pollinator Mix • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$162.54

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$207.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.65

Total project goal

$244.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $244.31

6 Donors

-$230.64

Donations toward project cost

-$197.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.60

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.17

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