What I love most about my kindergarten students is their endless curiosity, boundless energy, and the joy they find in learning through play. Every day, they walk into our classroom full of wonder, ready to explore the world with their hands, hearts, and imaginations.
The resources I’m requesting—like Play-Doh, magnetic building blocks, number block figures, dice poppers, magnetic spinners, and a feelings chart—will support their growth in meaningful, hands-on ways.
These tools are more than just fun; they’re essential for building foundational skills.
Magnetic building blocks and number block figures support early math concepts, spatial awareness, and problem-solving as students build and count.
Dice poppers and magnetic spinners make math games exciting, helping kids develop number sense and turn-taking skills.
The feelings chart nurtures emotional intelligence by helping students recognize and express their emotions, which is key to developing empathy and classroom community.
Other learning manipulatives and activities encourage active engagement, hands-on discovery, and joyful learning in every subject area.
These resources will create a rich, interactive environment where my kindergartners can thrive. Thank you for helping me give them the tools they need to grow into confident, curious learners!
More than half 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
Learning Resources Dice Poppers - 2 Pieces, Ages 3+ Board Game Accessory, Dice Game, Dice Popper for Trivia Nights, Math Games for Kids
• Amazon Business
$15.99
5
$79.95
Shuttle Art Dot Markers, 36 Colors Washable with 135 Activity Sheets, 5 Activity Books, Fun Art Supplies for Kids Toddlers and Preschoolers, Non Toxic Water-Based Paint Daubers, Dot Art Markers
• Amazon Business
$28.98
1
$28.98
hand2mind Numberblocks Friends Six to Ten Figure Pack (95357)
• Quill.com
$25.82
1
$25.82
Educational Insights Spinzone Magnetic Whiteboard Spinners
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Eamay Emotions and Feelings Pocket Chart for Kids with 31 Cards,Social Emotional Learning Pocket Chart for Classroom and Home-School,Black (Black)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
hand2mind Numberblocks Friends One to Five (95356)
• Quill.com
$14.03
1
$14.03
hand2mind Numberblocks Memory Match Game (95399)
• Quill.com
$11.24
1
$11.24
hand2mind Numberblocks Mini Vehicles, Race Car Toys, Toy Vehicle Playsets, Play Figure Playsets, Small Figurines for Kids, Number Toys, Counting Toys, Math Toys for Kids 3-5, Birthday Gifts for Kids
• Amazon Business
$10.49
1
$10.49
Materials cost
$207.49
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.11
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$240.60
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$42.46
Total project goal
$283.06
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$283.06
2 Donors
-$141.53
Donations toward project cost
-$120.30
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$21.23
match offer
-$141.53
Match offer toward project cost
-$120.30
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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