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Ms. Lewis from Houston, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brighter Minds Through Busy Hands

Help me give my students engaging, hands-on learning centers that build foundational skills and spark curiosity. Your help can transform my students’ learning experience.

  • $472 goal

This project expired on October 3, 2025.

This project expired on October 3, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I love how curious, energetic, and eager to learn my students are every single day. They come into the classroom ready to explore, play, and grow. I’m seeking support to create new learning centers that match their enthusiasm and meet their developmental needs. These hands-on centers will boost engagement, spark creativity, and encourage independent thinking. Each resource will offer opportunities to build foundational skills in literacy, math, fine motor, and social development—all through play-based learning. With updated and inviting materials, my students can learn in meaningful, fun ways that match their unique learning styles. Your support will directly impact their daily learning experience and help them thrive!

Ms. Lewis Griggs EC-PK-K School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Houston, TX View local requests

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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $39.98 1 $39.98
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $31.79 1 $31.79
Huaker 88 Piece Magnetic Balls and Rods Set,Magnetic Building Toys Colorful DIY STEM Building Blocks Sticks for Ages 3+ Year Old Children Boy Girl Educational Construction Toy • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Plan Toys Tie - Up Shoe to Practice Tying • Kaplan Early Learning Company $13.46 2 $26.92
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.36 1 $26.36
300 PCS Party Favor for Kids Goodie Bags Stuffers, Prize Box Toys for Kids Classroom Bulk, Small Fidget Toys Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest for Students Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toy for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toy 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
1000 Pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Easter Eggs Fillers Birthday Gift Toys Autism Sensory Goodie Bags Stuffers, Treasure Box Prizes Toys for Classroom • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toy for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kid Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toy • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.21 1 $14.21
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $10.54 1 $10.54
Speedy Panther 36 Pack Party Favor Car Toys Pull Back Race Car, Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Mini Toy Cars, Carnival Prizes Goodie Bag Stuffers Pinata Fillers for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$355.81

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$401.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.78

Total project goal

$471.88

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