Help me give my students Lego bricks to work on engineering designs and enhance their creativity in STEAM class.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Jean Raftery's classroom raised $236
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
Having Lego bricks in my new STEAM classroom will be so useful as we have many engineering projects planned for this year. Creating buildings, bridges, and other structures with Lego bricks will enhance our classroom environment and help with the engineering design process. STEAM education is an approach to teaching and learning that combines science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math to guide student inquiry, discussion, and problem solving.
My students also work on creativity challenges which help them think in different ways.
Some studies suggest a decline in creative thinking with age, which is a problem since creativity and problem solving are essential skills for STEM careers. Scientists, computer programmers, engineers, and mathematicians all need to be able to think creatively and brainstorm solutions quickly in order to solve problems.
Having Lego bricks available for all the students will help them explore real-world challenges, fostering curiosity and a love for discovery. These experiences nurture their ability to analyze, experiment, and collaborate, preparing them to thrive in a technology-driven society. I want to encourage my students to embrace STEAM education today in order to set the foundation for their future, empowering them to become the innovators, thinkers, and problem solvers of tomorrow!
More than three‑quarters 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
LEGO Classic Large Brick Box - 10698
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$67.46
2
$134.92
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 Building Toy Set, Toy Storage Solution for Home or Classrooms, Interactive Building Toy for Kids, Boys, and Girls
• Amazon Business
$33.12
1
$33.12
Materials cost
$168.04
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.52
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$200.56
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$35.39
Total project goal
$235.95
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$235.95
2 Donors
-$117.97
Donations toward project cost
-$100.28
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$17.69
match offer
-$117.98
Match offer toward project cost
-$100.28
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Jean Raftery and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
