Charge Up My Little Benjamin Franklins Through Electrical Circuit Exploration!
Help me give my students the opportunity to explore through Snap Circuits- VA. SOL 5.4 Electricity- energy movement from one location to another through electrical circuits; this energy can then be transformed into different forms for multiple uses.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. S. Vaughan 5th Grade's classroom raised $466
This project is fully funded
My Project
I am writing to express my excitement and to share with you how the purchase of electrical snap circuits for my 5th-grade class will significantly enhance my students' learning and reinforce key science concepts, particularly the Virginia SOL Electricity Standard 5.4.
As a teacher, my goal is to create an engaging and hands-on learning environment that fosters curiosity, exploration, and critical thinking.
With the help of electrical snap circuits, my students will have the opportunity to explore the principles of electricity in an interactive and tangible way. This tool will allow them to build real-world circuits, test their designs, and experiment with different configurations. By applying the theory learned in the classroom, students will be able to see and feel the practical implications of electrical concepts.
What makes my students so special is their enthusiasm for STEM. They are young scientists, eager to explore, discover, and experiment. They are always full of questions and ideas, and they thrive in environments where they can engage directly with the material. The hands-on nature of snap circuits will spark their creativity and deepen their understanding of how electricity works. These materials will allow them to experiment with building circuits in a safe and structured way, while also encouraging teamwork and problem-solving.
By incorporating these materials into our lessons, I am confident that the students will not only meet the Virginia SOL standard but also gain a greater appreciation for the world of science and technology. The excitement that these circuits will generate in the classroom will foster a lifelong love for STEM, preparing them for future academic and career success in these fields.
Thank you for considering this valuable opportunity for our students. Your support would go a long way in enriching their learning experience and helping them become the innovators of tomorrow.
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Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 Electronics Exploration Kit, Over 100 Projects, Full Color Project Manual, 28 Parts, STEM Educational Toy for Kids 8 +
• Amazon Business
$29.99
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$359.88
Materials cost
$359.88
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.40
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$395.28
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$69.76
Total project goal
$465.04
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$465.04
3 Donors
-$245.02
Donations toward project cost
-$208.27
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.75
Matching donations from our partners
-$220.01
Match offers toward project cost
-$187.01
Match offers 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. S. Vaughan 5th Grade and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
