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Ms. MENDOZA from Beltsville, MD is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing Science to Life: Support 3D Models of for Education!

Help me give my students "Please support my English language learners with a WIDA score of 1 by providing 3D science models to help them better understand and engage with scientific concepts through hands-on learning."

  • $1,329 goal

This project expired on July 25, 2025.

This project expired on July 25, 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

Human Body Systems Model – When learning about the circulatory system, students with limited English proficiency may struggle to understand terms like "arteries," "veins," and "heart chambers" through text alone.

"The 3D models of human body systems and flowers will provide my English language learners with hands-on, visual learning tools that bridge language barriers and deepen their understanding of complex scientific concepts.

These models will allow students with a WIDA score of 1 to engage in interactive learning, making abstract ideas more concrete and accessible. By physically exploring the structures of the human body and flowers, students can develop critical thinking skills, improve vocabulary acquisition, and build confidence in discussing scientific topics, ultimately enhancing their overall comprehension and engagement in science."

Hands-on Vocabulary Acquisition – When discussing the skeletal system, students can use a 3D skeleton model to point out and name bones like the femur, ribcage, and skull. This interactive approach helps them connect new words to physical objects, improving their ability to describe body structures in both written and spoken language.

My goal isThe goal of requesting science 3D models in our English Language Learners (ELL) science class is to provide visual and interactive tools that enhance comprehension and engagement. These models will support ELL students by helping them better understand complex scientific concepts, such as the human body systems, through hands-on learning. By incorporating 3D models, we aim to bridge language barriers, making abstract ideas more accessible and allowing students to visualize and interact with science content in a way that complements their language development.

Ms. MENDOZA High Point High School Grades 9-12

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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.

Beltsville, MD View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
2024 New Human Skeleton Model, Medical Anatomical Life Size Skeleton Replica with Spinal Nerves, Muscle Insertion and Origin Points,Joint Ligaments,Includes Rolling Stand,for Doctors, Students • Amazon Business $345.00 1 $345.00
Eisco Labs Plant Cell Model, 10000 Times Enlarged - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $145.87 1 $145.87
SI Manufacturing Foam Animal Cell Model - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $94.34 1 $94.34
X-ACTO Quiet Pro Electric Sharpener, Black • School Specialty $84.82 1 $84.82
Learning Resources Cross-Section Plant Cell Model, Plant Anatomy, Science Classroom Accessories, 2 Foam Pieces, Ages 7+, Multi, 5 x 4 x 4.5 inches (LER1901) • Amazon Business $16.99 4 $67.96
Model Animal Cell 14-Pc 3.63x4.13x3.63in • Ward's Science $16.02 4 $64.08
Model Bright Interactive Atom • Ward's Science $46.45 1 $46.45
Supertek 3-D Flower Model (SKFB12812) • Quill.com $36.99 1 $36.99
ULTECHNOVO Solar System Model Kit - Earth Moon Revolves Around The Sun- Scientific Experiment Kit Teaching Model for Teens Students • Amazon Business $31.49 1 $31.49
breesky 10.5inch Medical Torso Human Body Model Anatomy Doll 15 Removable Parts Education Organs Model for Teaching Study Class Students • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Illustrated Human Anatomy: The Authoritative Visual Guide to the Human Body • Amazon Business $27.77 1 $27.77
KUTOI Solar System Model for Kids and Teens - STEM Solar System Model with Planet Projector - DIY Educational Solar System Toys with Paint and Brushes-Astronomy Space Gifts for Kids. • Amazon Business $16.79 1 $16.79

Materials cost

$992.55

Vendor shipping charges

$32.50

Sales tax

$59.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,129.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$199.32

Total project goal

$1,328.81

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