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Ms. Waterlander from North Charleston, SC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building and Rewards

Help me give my students magnetic building blocks, sensory toys, and stress balls.

  • $181 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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

In the realm of education, creating an engaging and stimulating learning environment is paramount to fostering curiosity and knowledge acquisition among students. One innovative way to achieve this is by funding classroom projects that not only cater to educational needs but also incorporate elements of fun rewards. This approach not only enhances the learning experience but also instills a sense of excitement and motivation among students.

These projects not only focus on academic development but also promote the cultivation of soft skills such as teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving.

Through collaborative projects, students learn to communicate effectively, share ideas, and appreciate the value of working together towards a common goal. These skills are crucial for their future success in a world that increasingly values collaboration and adaptability. I need the simple tools of magnetic blocks, sensory toys, fidgets, and stress balls to help my class.

Ms. Waterlander Matilda F Dunston Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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North Charleston, SC 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

550 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ELONGDI 130 Pieces - Magnetic Building Sticks Building Blocks Set, Magnet Educational Toys Magnetic Blocks Sticks Stacking Toys Set, Non-Toxic Building Toy 3D Puzzle with Storage Bag • Amazon Business $18.90 2 $37.80
Fidget Toys Set, 80 Pack Sensory Toys Party Favors Kids Autism Autistic Children, Classroom Treasure Box Chest Prizes Pinata Stuffer Gifts Small Mini Bulk Toy Carnival ADHD • Amazon Business $16.95 2 $33.90
24Pack Stress Balls ,Squishy Ball Fidget Toys - Stress Balls for Kids and Adults,Alleviate Anxiety,Tension and Improve Focus,Squishy Balls for Class Rewards, Birthday Gifts, Party Supplies • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95

Materials cost

$113.64

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$153.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.06

Total project goal

$180.41

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $180.41

2 Donors

-$180.41

Donations toward project cost

-$153.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.06

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