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Ms. Kim from Holualoa, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Board Games, Critical Thinking & Social Skills

Help me give my students board games are invaluable tools for developing logic and critical thinking skills in young minds. Games like Checkers, Chess, Stratego are great for taking turns, and social skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kim's classroom raised $482

This project is fully funded

My Project

First and foremost, board games are invaluable tools for developing logic and critical thinking skills in young minds. Whether it's strategizing moves in chess, planning ahead in Settlers of Catan, or solving puzzles in Scrabble, board games inherently require players to analyze situations, think critically, and make informed decisions. Through regular gameplay and exposure to various types of games, students can sharpen their problem-solving abilities and enhance their cognitive flexibility.

Moreover, being part of an after school board games club promotes sportsmanship and social skills.

In a supportive and inclusive environment, students learn the importance of fair play, respecting rules, and gracefully accepting both victories and defeats. They also have the opportunity to interact with peers, collaborate on strategies, and engage in friendly competition, all of which contribute to their social development and emotional intelligence.

Additionally, board games offer a unique platform for learning beyond the confines of traditional academic subjects. Many games incorporate elements of history, mathematics, language arts, and even science, making them effective educational tools that can complement classroom learning. By immersing themselves in thematic worlds and tackling game challenges, students can broaden their knowledge base and deepen their understanding of various concepts in a fun and engaging manner.

Ms. Kim Holualoa Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Half of 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
Jumbo, Stratego - Original, Strategy Board Game, 2 Players, Ages 8 Year Plus • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
The Uzzle 3.0 Board Game, Family Board Games for Children & Adults, Block Puzzle Games for Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Juegoal 20" Portable Chess & Checkers Set, 2 in 1 Travel Board Games for Kids and Adults, Folding Roll up Chess Game Sets, Extra 26 Checker Pieces, Tournament Thick Mousepad Mat with Storage Bag • Amazon Business $23.79 2 $47.58
Pressman PRE-3018-06J Mastermind Strategy Game of Codemaker vs. Codebreaker, 5", Multi-colored • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Pressman Checkers -- Classic Game With Folding Board and Interlocking Checkers ,5" • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
CMYK Wavelength: The Party Game Show in a Box • Amazon Business $31.49 1 $31.49
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game and STEM Toy for Boys and Girls Age 8 and Up: Toy of the Year Award Winner • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Juegoal Wooden Shut The Box Dice Game for 1-6 Players, Upgrade Tabletop Board Game with 12 Dice for Kids Adults Families, Classics Travel Portable Classroom Home Party Pub Board Game Sets • Amazon Business $26.09 1 $26.09
Bicycle Rider Back Playing Cards, Standard Index, Poker Cards, Premium Playing Cards, Red & Blue, 2 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $4.89 4 $19.56
Hasbro Gaming Battleship With Planes Strategy Board Game, Easter Gifts for Kids, Ages 7+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up 2-4 Players (Packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $8.63 1 $8.63

Materials cost

$358.24

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $15.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$409.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.24

Total project goal

$481.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $481.61

4 Donors

-$470.14

Donations toward project cost

-$409.37

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.77

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.47

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