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Mrs. Dennis from Waianae, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brighten Our Learning Day, the Kindergarten Way

Help me give my students learning games, read-aloud stories, dry-erase boards, and snacks to help them learn throughout the day!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dennis's classroom raised $750

This project is fully funded

My Project

In kindergarten, we're always looking for creative ways to make learning fun and engaging for our little ones. Right now, we're focusing on enhancing early literacy with new alphabet learning games. These hands-on games help our students grasp the building blocks of reading while keeping them excited about learning.

By making these essential skills fun, we're laying the foundation for future success in reading and writing.

In addition to alphabet games, we're also in need of dry-erase boards and markers. These simple tools are a wonderful way to encourage interactive learning. Whether practicing letter formation, working on simple math problems, or drawing, they give students a chance to express themselves creatively while reinforcing what they’ve learned. Plus, dry-erase boards are eco-friendly and reusable, which means they’ll benefit our classes for years to come.

Lastly, to keep our students energized throughout the day, we're requesting donations of snacks for the end of the school day. A nutritious snack helps our young learners stay focused and engaged during those crucial last lessons of the day, providing the energy they need to finish strong. By contributing to our snack supply, you're helping create a positive and supportive environment where children can thrive both academically and emotionally.

Mrs. Dennis Makaha Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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 three‑quarters 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
SCRIBBLEDO 30 Pack Double Sided Dry Erase Clipboards 9"x12" Durable Clipboards Bulk with 30 Dry Erase Erasers, Dry Erase Clipboard with Low Profile Clip for School, Classroom and Home Use • Amazon Business $54.89 1 $54.89
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Animals Assorted Fruit, Gluten Free, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 20.1oz Box (52 Bars) • Amazon Business $9.88 3 $29.64
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Air Wick Plug in Scented Oil Refill, 5 ct, Pumpkin Spice, Air Freshener, Essential Oils, Fall Scent, Fall Decor • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
Magnetic Alphabet Maze Letter Puzzle, Montessori Toddler Travel Toys for Boys Girls 3 4 5 Years Old, Wooden Learning Letter Toddler Puzzle Board, Gifts for Preschool Sensory Activities for Toddlers • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Smartfood Popcorn, White Cheddar, 0.625 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Kellogg's SCOOBY-DOO! Baked Graham Cracker Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Snack Crackers, Cinnamon (40 Pouches) • Amazon Business $20.79 1 $20.79
Coogam Magnetic Alphabet Numbers Fishing Game, Wooden ABC Letter Numbers Color Matching Puzzle Fine Motor Montessori Educational Toy for Preschool 3 4 5 Year Old Toddlers • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Volcanics Dry Erase Markers Bulk Pack of 60 Low Odor Fine Whiteboard Markers Pens, 10 Assorted Colors for Whiteboard Dry Erase Calendar • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Learning Resources Mini Letter Scoops - Preschool Learning Toys for Kids Ages 3+, Stacking Toys for Toddlers and Kids, Montessori Learning, Alphabet Toys, 52 Pieces • Amazon Business $18.50 1 $18.50
Alpert • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Matching Letters Counting Dinosaur Toys with Double-Sided ABC Alphabet Preschool Learning Uppercase Lowercase Sensory Sorting Educational Montessori Toy Sets for Kids Toddler Aged 3+ Years Old… • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Auchq Word Families Pocket Chart, Word Building Center for Kindergarten Prek Preschool Classroom, Phonics and Spelling Learning Material for Homeschool Classroom. • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, 27.3 oz Carton • Amazon Business $7.98 2 $15.96
Pop Blocks Fidget Toys, Rainbow Silicone Popper Infinity DIY Building Blocks CVC Words Learning Phonics Color Recognition Game Anxiety Stress Reliever Autistic Sensory Toy (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $15.58 1 $15.58
Eamay Hundred Pocket Chart, 130s Learning Charts for Classroom- includes 130 Color-Coded Number Plus Operation Cards (1-10) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
hand2mind Numberblocks Sequencing Puzzle Set, Sequence Cards, Math Games for Kids Ages 3-5, Number Games, Educational Toys, Toddler Learning Puzzles, Counting Toys, Preschool Learning Activities • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Stuffed 20 PCS Croc Bracelet Band, Silicone Charm Bracelet for Kids, Croc Charm Bracelets in Bulk • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish: A Penelope Rex Book • Amazon Business $13.72 1 $13.72
Gardetto's Snack Mix, Original Recipe, Single Serve Bags Multipack, 10 Ct, 17.5 oz • Amazon Business $6.24 2 $12.48
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.48 1 $12.48
A Little SPOT Learns Letters: A Story About Learning Phonograms and Sounds (Inspire to Create A Better You!) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Learning Resources Alphabet Puzzle Cards, Kindergarten Readniness, Self Correcting Puzzles, Ages 4+, Multi • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Think Fun My First Math Dice - Engaging Counting Game for Kids | Enhances Math & Number Skills | Fun Learning Activity for Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $10.80 1 $10.80
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 1 $9.76
Schylling NeeDoh Gummy Bear - Sensory Fidget Toy - Assorted Colors - Ages 3 to Adult (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $9.40 1 $9.40
LOVIMAG Strong Magnetic Hooks, 30lbs Magnetic Hooks for Cruise Cabins, Magnet Hooks for Cruise Ship Essentials, Rare Earth Magnets with Hooks for Refrigerator,Hanging,Classroom,Kitchen,Ceiling-25 Pack • Amazon Business $9.30 1 $9.30
Lined Sticky Notes 3x3 in Bright Ruled Post Stickies Colorful Super Sticking Power Memo Pads, 82 Sheets/pad, 8 Pads/Pack • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
Large Paper Clips 200pcs, Jumbo Paper Clips 2 Inch, Paperclips Office Supplies, Colored Paperclips Big Size, Vinyl Coated Giant Colorful Clips for Paperwork • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Mr. Pen- Dry Erase Erasers, 24 Pack, Dry Erasers, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers, Whiteboard Erasers, Small Dry Erase Eraser, Mini Dry Erasers, Magnetic Erasers, Dry Erase Marker Erasers • Amazon Business $7.84 1 $7.84
WaaHome Line Up Spots for Classroom Floor 36pcs Floor Stickers for Classroom Line 4" Removable Vinyl Line Up Dots Number Stickers Classroom Decorations Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $7.48 1 $7.48
My Butt is SO SILLY! • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
First Reading Flashcards (Letterland) • Amazon Business $6.50 1 $6.50
Sharpie Metallic Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Silver, 2 Count • Amazon Business $5.64 1 $5.64
Sanford® Mr. Sketch® Watercolor Markers, Scented Assorted Colors, Set Of 12 • Amazon Business $5.55 1 $5.55

Materials cost

$573.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$636.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.39

Total project goal

$749.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $749.24

1 Donor

-$749.24

Donations toward project cost

-$636.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.39

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