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Ms. Alvarado from Staten Island, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Camp First Grade!

Help me give my students a camping celebration! Students can celebrate their hard work by blending fun with learning in ways that enhance both their academic development and social-emotional growth.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Alvarado's classroom raised $181

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate 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

First-grade students have been enthusiastically diving into their literacy journey, showing incredible growth and determination as they build and expand their reading and writing skills! A camping-themed party in a first-grade classroom offers numerous opportunities for students to learn in a fun, interactive, and hands-on way. By combining the excitement of a camping adventure with educational activities, we can enhance key academic skills and foster social-emotional development.

Our classroom camping celebration will offer students a fun and educational opportunity to build teamwork, communication, and creativity.

By working with magnifying glasses, students can observe “nature” up close, promoting curiosity and scientific thinking. Whether examining leaves, rocks, or insects, they support early inquiry skills and encourage students to ask questions like real scientists. Conversation Cubes are perfect for sparking meaningful dialogue. These cubes prompt students to answer questions, tell stories, or describe their experiences, helping them practice oral language, listening skills, and thoughtful communication. Camping Bingo offers an engaging way to reinforce vocabulary, critical thinking, and categorization skills, all while aligning with themes like nature, animals, and outdoor life in a playful format. Flashlights are wonderful tools for “campfire” reading and storytelling. They make reading feel like an adventure, encouraging fluency, comprehension, and a love of books in a unique and memorable setting. Each item helps create an immersive, educational experience that supports academic growth, creativity, and collaboration.

Ms. Alvarado PS 13 M L Lindemeyer Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

23 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AnapoliZ Army Plastic Tablecloth | 3 Pcs Pack (54” Inch Wide x 102” Inch Long) | Rectangular Camouflage Table Cover | Military Party Table Decorations | Camo Party Plastic Table Cover • Amazon Business $9.94 2 $19.88
24Pcs Kids Magnifying Glasses Plastic Magnifier Colorful Hand Lens 5X Mini Magnifying Glass for Children Science Class Reading Outdoor Observation Party Favor IRCHLYN (8 Colors) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
BSIRI Pencil Wood Graphite Wooden Tree Rustic Twig Pencils Birch of 12 Camping Lumberjack Decorations Party Supplies Novelty Gifts Bark Pencils Gifts for Kids in Classroom • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Kicko Mini Flashlight Keychain, 2 Inch - 24 Pack Assorted Colors, Green, Light Blue and Pink - Batteries Included - for Kids, Party Favors, Goody Bag Fillers, Prizes, Pocket Size, Chain for Key • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Learning Resources Conversation Cubes - 6 Pieces, Ages 6+ Foam Cubes for Social Emotional Learning, School Counselor Supplies, Speech Therapy Toys, Ice Breaker Cubes • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Mosailles Camping Bingo Game Outdoor Indoor Activities Hike Field Trip Supplies Party Favors Card Games for Adults 24 Players Family Fun • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Goodnight, Campsite: (A children's Book on Camping Featuring RVs, Travel Trailers, Fifth-Wheels, Pop-UPs and Other Camper Options.) • Amazon Business $10.50 1 $10.50
Fangleland Camping Party Decorations Welcome to Our Campsite Banner, Camper Garland for Lumberjack Birthday Baby Shower Adventure Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Boao 2 Set Fake Fire Fake Flame Camping Decoration 3D Cardboard Campfire Centerpiece Artificial Flames Campfire Party Decoration for Camp Bachelorette Christmas Party(16 x 13 Inch,Gold Orange) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Camping Stories for Kids Age 4-8: A Story Collection of Scary and Humorous CampFire Tales. Adventure for Preschoolers while Camping or for ... for Kids Deep Sleep, Relaxation and Anxiety • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$121.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$153.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.02

Total project goal

$180.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $180.13

1 Donor

-$180.13

Donations toward project cost

-$153.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.02

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