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Bug Coaches & Zoo Crew: First Graders Investigate the Wild!

Help me give my students oversized insects and animal models so they can coach one another through hands-on science investigations about living things.

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Mrs. McCoy Gallberry Farm Elementary School
Hope Mills, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

In first grade, learning works best when students can see, touch, and explore the world around them. In our classroom, students learn through coaching conversations, where they guide one another’s thinking rather than simply waiting for the teacher to provide answers.

To support our coaching conversations, I am requesting a giant bug collection and realistic zoo animal figures that students can use during hands-on science investigations.

These models will allow students to closely observe insects and animals while working in small coaching teams.

During our science exploration time, students will rotate through team roles such as Observation Coach, Detail Spotter, Question Asker, and Evidence Recorder. As they study the giant insects, students might ask each other questions like, “What body parts do you notice?” or “How do you think this insect protects itself?” When examining the animal figures, students will compare animals, discuss habitats, and think about how animals survive in the wild.

The oversized insects make it easy for young learners to see details like wings, legs, and body segments. The zoo animals will help students explore topics such as habitats, movement, and how animals care for their young.

These materials turn science into an active investigation rather than a passive lesson. Students will practice observing carefully, sharing ideas, and building understanding together through conversation and teamwork.

Through these coaching-style activities, my first graders will not only learn about insects and animals, but they will also develop important skills like communication, collaboration, and curiosity about the natural world.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

17 students impacted 2 donors
Mrs. McCoy Gallberry Farm Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Hope Mills, NC 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

17 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Giant Bug Collection • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 1 $79.99
Zippytots 9 PCS Zoo Animal Toys for Kids 3-5 Realistic Plastic Wild Animal Figurine Toys Educational Learning Toy for Kids Boys Girls Toddlers • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

Materials cost

$100.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$140.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.77

Total project goal

$165.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $165.14

1 Donor

-$73.88

Donations toward project cost

-$70.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.69

match offer

-$82.56

Match offer toward project cost

-$70.18

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.38

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.70

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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