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Ms. Pearsall from Patchogue NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Brainstormers Take Charge!

My students need building tools, art and science supplies, and basic STEM kits that will help them to stretch their imaginations, learn new skills and put their knowledge and creativity to the test.

  • $1,038 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Students

Barton Brainstormers is a constantly evolving, student-directed, lunchtime club that is comprised of any interested students in the fourth grade. Brainstormers are English Language Learners, General and Special Education students and kids from all social and economic strata.

What began as a casual crew of five, has quickly morphed into an ever-growing band of artists, inventors and scientists who love to create, solve problems and figure things out, by being adventurous, working together and helping each other.

Brainstormers pride themselves on being inclusive- anyone who wants to join, can! Students are free to attend our lunchtime meetings--or not, according to their interests. It's all up to them. Our only rule is "Be Inclusive" and our motto is, "You're in!"

My Project

The Barton Brainstormers club has always been student-centered and directed. At the end of each project, students brainstorm new ideas and vote on plans for the next. Now that they've successfully created and completed several projects and gotten some experience under their belts, BRAINSTORMERS WILL TAKE CHARGE and bring the learning to the next level: THEY will introduce, TEACH and LEAD their classmates in ALL new projects.

The materials we are asking for are tools and supplies we will use to supplement what we have on hand, or things we find, recycle and repurpose.

Some of our past projects include learning how to:

- machine-sew decorative pillows, using repurposed bed pillows and fabric we've designed ourselves

- use a variety of tools, wood scraps and jewelry bits and pieces to create decorative and inspirational wall hangings, jewelry and objets d'art

- Devise original, symmetrical, mandala-inspired designs from foam and other material scraps

These projects enable students to use not only their artistic talents and skills, but also skills they've learned in academic areas such as math and science. Luckily, these past projects have been low/no-cost, as we've been able to use materials and tools we had, or those that were donated. Although we pride ourselves on making the most of what's already on hand, at this point, we've depleted our resources and are now in need of some help to continue the creativity, fun and learning!

Ms. Pearsall
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ZENY Life Size 70.8" Human Skeleton Model Medical Anatomical with Rolling Stand, Removable and Movable Parts (6FT) • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
KIT MAKER SIMPLE MACHINES • Frey Scientific $119.96 1 $119.96
Walter Products 19" Tabletop Human Torso Model • Amazon Business $107.37 1 $107.37
Midwest Products 5304 Craft Plywood, 6 x 12 x 0.125 Inches, Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $10.95 5 $54.75
Elmer's Liquid School Glue, Washable, 1 Gallon, 1 Count - Great For Making Slime • Amazon Business $10.99 3 $32.97
BOOM! Combustion Science Kit with 25 Experiments (Ages 8+) • Amazon Business $27.85 1 $27.85
FIZZ! Chemistry Science Kit with 32 Experiments (Ages 8+) • Amazon Business $25.45 1 $25.45
STEAM Kids: 50+ Science / Technology / Engineering / Art / Math Hands-On Projects for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Super Twine Kite String Class Set (Pkg. of 12 rolls) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Wooden Dowel Rods - 3/16" x 36" Unfinished Hardwood Sticks - For Crafts and DIY'ers - Craftparts Direct - Bag of 25 • Amazon Business $11.95 2 $23.90
Simplicity Creative Patterns US8022A Simplicity Patterns Child's, Teens' and Adults Pants Size: A (Xs - L / Xs - XL), 8022 • Amazon Business $11.94 2 $23.88
H.B. Smith GH99 8 oz Hammer - Tubular Steel Handle • Amazon Business $10.72 2 $21.44
2-Pack - BLACK & WHITE - Coats & Clark Dual Duty All-Purpose Thread - One 400 Yard Spool each of BLACK & White • Amazon Business $7.07 3 $21.21
550 Pieces Nail and Brad Assortment 7 Different Sizes! • Amazon Business $6.95 3 $20.85
Slime Storage Containers, 20 Pack Foam Balls Storage Boxes with Lids Plus Making Tools Fruit Slice for 20g Slime • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Tacklife HMH2A Mini Claw Hammer Mini Hammer With Magnetic and Anti-slip Head, Ergonomic Soft Rubber Handle For Home Repair, DIY, Building, Woodwork • Amazon Business $9.97 2 $19.94
KEVA Catapult • AKJ Education $18.21 1 $18.21
50 Hot Melt Glue Sticks 7/16 inch x 10 inch Large 1/2" x 10" Wholesale Lot • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Maker Lab: 28 Super Cool Projects: Build * Invent * Create * Discover • Amazon Business $15.86 1 $15.86
Glitter powder for slime - 25 Extra Fine Glitter Set - Iridescent Body Glitter - Nail Art - Cosmetic Eyeshadow - Holographic Nyx - Heart and Star Glitter Flakes • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Stanley 20-526 15-Inch 12-Point/Inch SharpTooth Saw • Amazon Business $10.38 1 $10.38
McCormick Food Colors & Egg Dye, Four Assorted, 0.25-Ounce Vials • Amazon Business $9.61 1 $9.61
Surebonder DT-100 Made in the USA All Purpose Stik-Mini Glue Sticks-All Temperature-5/16"D, 4"L Hot Melt Glue Sticks-100/ Pack • Amazon Business $9.43 1 $9.43
Stanley STHT20138 Solid Frame High Tension Hacksaw (12in / 305mm) • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
SUBANG 800pcs Sewing Pins 38mm Multicolor Glass Ball Head Pins For Dressmaking Jewelry Components Flower Decoration With Transparent Cases, 8 Colors • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
MILLIARD Borax Powder - Pure Multi-Purpose Cleaner 1 lb. Bag • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Starrett KBS1224-2 Bi-Metal Unique High Speed Steel Safe-Flex Hacksaw Frame Blade, 0.025" Thick, 24 TPI, 12" Length x 1/2" Width (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $4.15 1 $4.15
Gorilla Wood Glue, 8 oz. • Amazon Business $3.39 1 $3.39

Materials cost

$825.50

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.40

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$882.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$155.70

Total project goal

$1,037.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,037.98

1 Donor

-$466.12

Donations toward project cost

-$466.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$489.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$416.16

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.44

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$82.26

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 $0.00

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