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Mrs. Russell from Youngstown, OH is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Minds

Help me give my students LEGO kits for our classroom, so they can have a dynamic and hands-on way to engage with academic content.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Russell's classroom raised $160

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My Project

In our classroom, we believe in learning through doing. Hands-on, experiential learning provides students with a deeper understanding of concepts and encourages them to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. That's why we're excited to introduce LEGO bricks into our classroom as a tool to enhance learning in a fun and engaging way.

LEGO bricks are not just for play—they can be used to explore a wide range of subjects, from mathematics and engineering to storytelling and social skills.

With these versatile materials, students can build models, solve problems, and engage in creative activities that connect to real-world learning. However, we need your help to bring this vision to life!

By providing a set of LEGO kits for our classroom, we can offer students a dynamic and hands-on way to engage with academic content, stimulate their imaginations, and work together to solve challenges. Your support will allow us to create a learning environment where students can build, explore, and innovate.

Mrs. Russell Horizon Science Academy - Youngstwn Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

27 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Wild Animals: Pink Flamingo Animal Building Toy - Includes 3 Building Options, Pink Flamingo, Cockatoo, or Axolotl - Learning Toy for Kids, Girls, and Boys, Ages 8+ - 31170 • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
LEGO Disney Princess Ariel’s Crystal Cavern, Buildable Disney Toy Playset for Kids, Ariel Princess Mermaid Mini Doll and Fish Figure, Treasure Chest, Gift for Girls and Boys Ages 4 and Up, 43254 • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
LEGO Sonic The Hedgehog Shadow The Hedgehog Escape Building Set, Motorcycle Toy, Video Game Character Figures, Sonic Toy for Kids, Gift for Gamers Ages 8 Plus, 76995 • Amazon Business $19.96 1 $19.96
LEGO Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends Spin and Electro Dinosaur Vehicle Chase - Car and Motorcycle Preschool Building Toy for Kids, Boys and Girls, Ages 4+ - Gift Idea for Birthdays - 11198 • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
LEGO Disney Princess Ariel’s Music Stage, Ariel Toy with 2 Iconic Characters, Buildable Disney Princess Toy for Kids, Fun Disney Gift Idea for TV Show Fans, Girls and Boys Ages 4 and Up, 43235 • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$103.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$135.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.90

Total project goal

$159.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $159.34

1 Donor

-$159.34

Donations toward project cost

-$135.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.90

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 $0.00

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