Building Tomorrow’s Innovators: STEM Materials for Our Preschool Classroom
Help me give my students STEM materials to help foster their creativity and imaginations.
$1,243 goal
This project expired on July 20, 2025.
This project expired on July 20, 2025.
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
STEM materials are essential in nurturing the curious minds of our preschoolers, offering them hands-on experiences that lay the foundation for future learning in science, technology, engineering, and math. By introducing age-appropriate tools like building blocks, measuring instruments, and interactive science kits, we are encouraging exploration, creativity, and problem-solving skills. These materials are designed to spark curiosity and invite children to think critically as they experiment and engage with the world around them.
When children interact with STEM materials, they don’t just learn concepts—they develop the confidence to ask questions, try new things, and overcome challenges, building skills they’ll carry for a lifetime.
These materials create a rich, interactive environment where learning is fun and foundational for academic growth.
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
20 students impacted
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Lakeshore Mobile STEM Station
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$699.00
1
$699.00
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Pre K-Gr. 2 - Master Set
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$119.99
1
$119.99
Constructive Playthings Big Tape Measure with Inches and Centimeters, Measuring Tool for STEM Activities, Educational Pretend Play Toddler Toys for 3 Years & Up, Carry Handle, Yellow, 3-Pack
• Amazon Business
$32.63
1
$32.63
TOY Life Kids Tool Set for Boy Ages 4-6 with Kids Tool Belt, Toddler Tool Set, Tools for Kids, Kids Tool Box, Toy Tool Set with Drill, Kids Construction Toys, Kids Tape Measure, Kids Power Tool Kit
• Amazon Business
Playkidz Tool Box for Kids 22-Piece Boys & Girls Construction Toy Playset w/Carry Chest, Working Push Button Power Drill, Hammer, Screwdriver, Wrench, Pliers, Saw & Other Realistic Tools Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
Kidzlane Tool Set for Toddlers and Kids - 20pcs Toy Tools with Electronic Cordless Drill and Tool Box - Tool Box for Kids, Toddler Boys and Girls - Kidzlane Tool Set 19 Pieces - Play Tool Kit
• Amazon Business
$20.99
1
$20.99
Learning Resources Play Tool Set, Toddler Tools, Kids Tool Set, Construction Toys for Kids, 20 Pieces, Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$20.23
1
$20.23
Materials cost
$970.79
Vendor shipping charges
$40.95
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$14.56
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,056.30
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$186.41
Total project goal
$1,242.71
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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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 Ms. Cedeño and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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