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Mrs. Baji from Keaau, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bridge Literacy Futures for Special Education students.

Help me give my students books, literacy manipulatives, and prizes that will not only enhance students’ educational experience but also encourage and empower them, fostering a love for reading.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Baji's classroom raised $1,178

This project is fully funded

My Project

For special education students, the journey towards academic excellence can be challenging yet filled with promise. To empower my special education classes, I am launching a campaign to raise funds for the purchase of books, literacy manipulatives, and prizes that will not only enhance students’ educational experience but also encourage and empower them, fostering a love for learning.

Literacy is the cornerstone of education, and its significance is even more pronounced in the realm of special education.

For students with diverse learning needs, literacy serves as a powerful tool for communication, critical thinking, and overall cognitive development. Reading and writing skills are not only academic achievements but also crucial life skills that empower individuals to navigate the world with confidence and independence.

Special education classes often encounter obstacles that require tailored approaches to teaching and learning. Limited resources can hinder the implementation of effective literacy programs, preventing students from accessing a variety of materials that cater to their individual needs. By addressing these challenges, we can create an inclusive and supportive environment where every student has the chance to thrive.

Books have the extraordinary ability to transport readers to different worlds, broaden perspectives, and ignite imaginations. For special education students, books can be powerful tools for developing language skills, enhancing vocabulary, and building a foundation for comprehension. By providing a diverse range of books that cater to various reading levels and interests, we can create an engaging and inclusive literary environment that promotes a love for reading.

Literacy manipulatives are interactive tools that engage students in hands-on learning experiences, making abstract concepts more tangible and comprehensible. These manipulatives provide a multisensory approach to learning, catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. By incorporating such tools, I am better able to create dynamic lessons that resonate with my students, fostering

Mrs. Baji Kea'au Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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More than 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

24 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dragon Ball Z Complete Box Set: Vols. 1-26 with premium • Amazon Business $123.89 1 $123.89
Learning Letters by Four Dublee - 109 Phonics Letter Tiles with Magnetic Spelling Board and Sound Boxes. Includes Letter Tiles Organizer Bags and Storage Box • Amazon Business $29.95 4 $119.80
Educational Insights Sentence Building Dominoes, Learn to Write Manipulatives for Classroom & Home, Set of 114 Double-Sided Dominoes, Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $27.99 3 $83.97
Dog Man: The Supa Buddies Mega Collection: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1-10 Box Set) • Amazon Business $69.75 1 $69.75
The Classic Goosebumps Series 20 Books Collection Set By R. L. Stine • Amazon Business $59.15 1 $59.15
NEW SET! I Survived Series Book Set II (#11 - #20) • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Jeff Kinney Diary of a Wimpy Kid 19 Books Series Complete Collection 1-19 Books of Boxed Set • Amazon Business $47.00 1 $47.00
hand2mind Reading Rods Phonics Word-Building, Word Building Activities, Spelling Toys, Montessori Alphabet Letters, Reading Tools for Kids, Science of Reading Manipulatives, Phonemic Awareness • Amazon Business $15.38 3 $46.14
The Baby-Sitters Club Netflix Editions 9-16 Boxed Set (Babysitters Club) • Amazon Business $42.80 1 $42.80
(100 Pcs) Fidget Toys Pack, Party Favors Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes Small Mini Bulk Sensory Figit Toys Set for Boys Girls Kids Adults, Stress Relief & Anxiety Relief Tools Autistic ADHD Toys • Amazon Business $20.79 2 $41.58
82 Pack Fidget Toys Set, Sensory Party Favors Gifts for Boy Girl Kids Adults Autism Stress Relief Stocking Stuffers Pop It Autistic Bulk Goodie Bag Pinata Filler Treasure Box Classroom Prizes School • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
KissFree 18 PACK Animal Pop Balls Party Favors for Kids,3D Pop Balls Its Fidget Toys,Birthday Gifts,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers Filler,Carnival Prizes,Treasure Box Toys,Kids Prizes • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
12 Pack Funny Sensory Fidget Toys,Deformable Chain DIY Robot Spinners Fingertip Stress Relief Gyro Toy Birthday Gifts Goodie Bag Easter Basket Stuffers Classroom Prizes Party Favors for Kids Adults • Amazon Business $16.47 2 $32.94
My Weird School Daze 12-Book Box Set: Books 1-12 • Amazon Business $31.69 1 $31.69
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
Ivy and Bean Boxed Set 2: (Children's Book Collection, Boxed Set of Books for Kids, Box Set of Children's Books) (Books 4-6) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Ivy & Bean Boxed Set: Books 10-12 • Amazon Business $17.67 1 $17.67
Ivy & Bean Boxed Set: Books 7- 9 • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
20 PCS Stretchy Fidget Toy,Colorful Stretchy Strings Fidget Toy,Sensory Fidget Worm Stretch Toys for Children's Day Gift,Kids,Adults,Boys,Girls,Stress Relief,Calming and Relaxing Present • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Materials cost

$916.46

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $40.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,000.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$176.56

Total project goal

$1,177.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,177.09

1 Donor

-$1,000.00

Donations toward project cost

-$1,000.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$176.47

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 $0.00

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