Carnivorous Plant Terrarium for Special Education Students
Help me give my students a chance to see the fascinating lives of bog and carniverous plants, especially fascinating because we live in the desert.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dia's classroom raised $226
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
For medically fragile special education students, providing stimulating educational experiences is vital. To this end, we propose the creation of a carnivorous plant terrarium, a captivating and enriching addition to our classroom that will help nurture curiosity, promote sensory engagement, and empower our students.
A carnivorous plant terrarium offers an unparalleled opportunity to spark curiosity and wonder in our medically fragile special education students.
These unique and fascinating plants, with their intricate mechanisms for capturing prey, can captivate young minds and ignite a passion for learning. By providing an environment where students can explore, observe, and interact with these remarkable plants, we can cultivate a sense of curiosity and wonder.
For many medically fragile special education students, sensory engagement is a crucial aspect of their learning experience. The carnivorous plant terrarium provides a multi-sensory environment, stimulating various senses such as sight, touch, and smell. As students observe the plants' vibrant colors, delicate textures, and distinct odors, they develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and enhance their sensory perception. This sensory-rich experience can also support the development of fine motor skills through activities such as watering and caring for the plants.
By taking an active role in nurturing these unique plants, students learn the importance of commitment, patience, and empathy.
The carnivorous plant terrarium represents a transformative opportunity to enhance the educational journey of our medically fragile special education students. By fostering curiosity, stimulating sensory engagement, encouraging responsibility, and creating an inclusive learning community, this project will have a profound impact on the lives of our students. Together, let's empower our students and provide them with a learning experience that goes beyond the ordinary, nurturing their potential and fostering a lifelong love for learning.
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
Carnivorous Bog Terrarium Plant Set
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$60.57
1
$60.57
Miniature Fairy Garden Accessories Outdoor, Terrarium Fairy Garden Supplies Kit, Zen Garden Accessories, Tiny Figurines Set, Micro Ornaments Kit, Miniatures Dollhouse Decorating, Japanese Desk Top
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Horticultural Activated Charcoal for Plants by Olivette | Terrarium Horticulture Moisture Absorbers Supplies USDA Organic Certified Made from Recycled Olive Tree Byproducts 1 Qt Bag
• Amazon Business
$12.85
1
$12.85
Ludwigia Living Pack of 12
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$10.62
1
$10.62
DUQGUHO Decorative Rocks Aquarium Gravel Natural Mixed Chakra Crystals Chip Bulk Rocks Gravel for Plants Terrarium Supplies Little Fish Tank Gravel Pebbles Vase Filler 0.44 lbs
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Materials cost
$110.02
Vendor shipping charges
$49.95
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.65
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$191.62
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$33.82
Total project goal
$225.44
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$225.44
1 Donor
-$225.44
Donations toward project cost
-$191.62
Donations 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 Ms. Dia and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
