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Mrs. Bushman from Colorado Springs CO is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cardboard Creations: Unleashing STEAM-Powered Imaginations with Makedo

Help me give my students STEAM materials like Makedo cardboard construction tools so they can foster hands-on learning experiences that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, imagination and design thinking while developing the 4 C's!

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  • $693 still needed
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My Project

I am thrilled to share with you the remarkable journey of my exceptional students and the exciting project we have in store to ignite their imaginations and foster their growth as creative thinkers and problem-solvers. What I love most about my students is their boundless curiosity and eagerness to explre new ideas. Each day, they inspire me with their enthusiasm for learning and their willingness to tackle challenges head-on. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wealth of unique perspectives to our classroom community.

The specific items we're requesting, Makedo construction tools, will be instrumental in transforming our classroom into a dynamic STEAM lab where students can unleash their creativity and bring their ideas to life.

With these tools, they will have the opportunity to design and build their own inventions using nothing but recycled materials and their imaginations. From cardboard robots to imaginative sculptures, the possibilities are endless.

My goals for this project are twofold: first, to provide my students with hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding of STEAM concepts and foster a love for innovation and experimentation. Second, to cultivate a classroom environment where every student feels empowered to take risks, embrace failure as a natural part of the learning process, and persist in the face of challenges.

Your support for this project will make a profound difference in the lives of my students. By providing them with access to high-quality STEAM materials like Makedo construction tools, you are not only enriching their educational experience but also empowering them to become the innovators and leaders of tomorrow.

Thank you for believing in the potential of my students and for your generosity in helping us turn our STEAM dreams into reality.

Mrs. Bushman
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Makedo Invent | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Large Toolbox (360 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ • Amazon Business $189.95 2 $379.90
Makedo Explore | Upcycled Cardboard Construction Toolkit in Small Toolbox (50 Pieces) | STEM + STEAM Educational Toys for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 5+ • Amazon Business $27.50 4 $110.00
Makedo SCRU 180 | Top-Up Your Tool Kit and Connect Up to 3 Layers of Cardboard | at Home Play and Classroom Learning | STEM and STEAM Educational Toys | Reusable Tools for Boys and Girls Age 4+ • Amazon Business $19.95 4 $79.80
Makedo Starter 036 | Cardboard Construction Starter Pack | STEM and STEAM Educational Toys for Kids | Perfect for at Home Play + Classroom Learning | 36 Piece Mix SCRU & SCRU+ for Kids Age 4+ • Amazon Business $11.95 4 $47.80

Materials cost

$617.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$656.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.90

Total project goal

$772.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $772.66

1 Donor

-$80.00

Donations toward project cost

-$68.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.00

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 $692.66

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