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Mr. Tony from Bethel AK is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Minds: Empowering Students with Geometric Solids Construction Kits!

Help me give my students materials for understanding and constructing solids instead of illustrating them.

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Education is not just about imparting knowledge; it's about nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Traditional methods of teaching geometry often fall short in engaging students and making these concepts come alive. This is where the introduction of geometric solids construction kits can revolutionize the learning experience, empowering students to explore, create, and truly understand the world of geometry.

Building minds with geometric solids construction kits is more than just a classroom activity; it's a transformative educational experience that empowers students to become active learners, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers.

By providing hands-on opportunities to explore geometry in a meaningful and engaging way, these kits unlock the potential of every student, regardless of their background or ability level. As educator, it is my responsibility to equip our students with the tools they need to succeed in the 21st century and beyond. With geometric solids construction kits, I can inspire a new generation of mathematicians, engineers, and innovators who will shape the future with their passion for learning and discovery.

Mr. Tony
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gorilla Dual Temp Glue Gun - Full Size • Blick Art Materials $14.60 6 $87.60
Edxeducation 2D3D Geometric Solids - Set of 24-12 Multicolored Shapes, 12 2D Nets and Activity Guide - Early Math Manipulative and Geometry for Kids • Amazon Business $56.72 1 $56.72
Gorilla Glue Sticks, Clear/Opaque, 45/Pack (3034502) • Quill.com $10.43 5 $52.15
200 Pack 5x7 Corrugated Cardboard Sheets for Mailers, Flat Packaging Inserts for Shipping, Mailing, Crafts, 2mm Thick • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
hand2mind Plastic Fillable 3D Shapes, Yellow Geometric Solids for Measuring Volume (Set of 14) • Amazon Business $19.32 1 $19.32

Materials cost

$239.78

Vendor shipping charges

 $26.14

Sales tax

 $3.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$303.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.49

Total project goal

$356.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $356.61

1 Donor

-$4.00

Donations toward project cost

-$4.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation match offer

-$4.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$3.40

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.60

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.71

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 $347.91

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