Bringing Learning to Life: Puppets for Creativity and Engagement
Help me give my students puppets to bring learning to life! Puppets make lessons interactive, engaging, and fun while fostering creativity, communication, and emotional expression. They also enhance storytelling, problem-solving, and social development in exciting ways.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Espina's classroom raised $413
This project is fully funded
My Project
I absolutely love the curiosity and enthusiasm my students bring to the classroom daily. Each has a unique personality and learning style, making teaching them a rewarding experience. They are eager to explore new ideas, ask questions, and interact with one another in meaningful ways. However, like any learners, they sometimes face challenges staying focused and fully engaged in lessons. I’m excited to introduce new resources to help them thrive in the classroom, like the requested puppets and a cozy reading corner carpet.
The puppets will make learning more interactive, engaging, and fun.
Using puppets, students can actively participate in lessons through storytelling, problem-solving, and role-play. This creative approach encourages them to communicate, express emotions, and think critically in a relaxed environment. Additionally, these puppets will create an inviting space where students can act out scenarios that will reinforce their learning skills, making the information more memorable. Conversely, the Puppet Theater will transform our reading corner into a comfortable and inviting space for students to settle in, allowing them to focus on developing their reading and comprehension skills in a calm, cozy setting.
These resources will help enhance students' engagement, creativity, and social-emotional development. They’ll provide a nurturing environment where learning feels like an adventure rather than a task, empowering my students to explore new ideas and express themselves confidently. With these tools, I’m confident my students will learn and truly enjoy the process!
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets, Set of 6 (Elephant, Tiger, Parrot, Giraffe, Monkey, Zebra) Soft, Plush Animal Hand Puppets For Toddlers And Kids Ages 2+
• Amazon Business
$22.18
1
$22.18
Materials cost
$291.17
Vendor shipping charges
$20.65
Sales tax
$4.37
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.37
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$350.56
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$61.86
Total project goal
$412.42
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$412.42
1 Donor
-$350.56
Donations toward project cost
-$350.56
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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