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Ms. Lopez from Chula Vista CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Compassion Matters

Help me give my students items for an activity we can do to learn and implement compassion!

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I will teach my students compassion by defining what compassion is then having them turn to their tablemates and coming up with examples of acts of compassion. I will measure success by reading the examples they came up with. We will have a whole class discussion then follow it up by having them make posters!

I will task the students with painting rocks and writing kind words on them to share their ideas of compassion and spread them around our campus and their community.

They will spread these rocks around in hopes to brighten up the community and relax as well.

Engaging in kindness projects encourages students to think beyond themselves and consider the needs and feelings of others. Painting rocks with uplifting messages or symbols of kindness not only allows them to express their creativity but also prompts them to reflect on the impact their actions can have on those around them. Through this process, they learn the importance of spreading positivity and making a difference, no matter how small.

Incorporating activities like painting rocks and making tea together can serve as powerful catalysts for inspiring compassion among my students. Through the creative process of painting rocks, they not only express themselves artistically but also learn to appreciate the uniqueness and individuality of each stone.

Engaging in these activities provides my students with opportunities to see the world through the eyes of another person. As they paint rocks, they may choose colors and designs that reflect their own personalities and interests. However, through discussions and observations, they begin to understand that others may have different perspectives and preferences. This realization cultivates empathy as they learn to appreciate and respect the diversity of experiences and viewpoints present in their classroom community.

Ms. Lopez
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Zulay Kitchen 1 Gallon Cold Brew Coffee Maker with EXTRA-THICK Glass Carafe & Stainless Steel Mesh Filter - Premium Iced Coffee Maker, Cold Brew Pitcher & Tea Infuser (Silver) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
FGO Organic Sweet Matcha Latte Powder, Japanese Matcha, Brazilian Sugar, 16oz (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Beilunt 132 Pcs Party Favors Toys for Kids 4-8,Assortment Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Prizes,Goodie Bags Stuffers,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Pinata Fillers Bulks Small Toys Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $20.97 1 $20.97
Mr. Sketch Scented Washable Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count (2003992) • Quill.com $19.99 1 $19.99
FGO Organic Hibiscus Flowers Loose Tea, Resealable Kraft Bag, 16oz (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Foraineam 4-Pack 96 Holes Pencil & Brush Holder - Plastic Desk Organizer Stand Holder for Pencils, Pens, Paint Brushes, Modeling Tools, Office & Art Supplies • Amazon Business $18.98 1 $18.98
lifetop 50PCS Painting Rocks, Natural DIY Rocks Flat & Smooth Kindness Rocks for Arts, Crafts, Decoration, Medium & Small Rocks for Painting ,1.5"-3"Hand Picked for Painting Rocks • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Fourth Wing (The Empyrean, 1) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Ball Regular Mouth 32-Ounces Mason Jar with Lids and Bands, Clear,(Pack Of 2) • Amazon Business $12.55 1 $12.55
60 Pcs Paint Brushes Set for Kids Classroom Students Beginners,Small Brush Bulk for Detail Painting ,Round Flat Paintbrushes for Acrylic Painting,Oil Watercolor Acrylic Paint Brush • Amazon Business $9.80 1 $9.80
3 Pcs Super Wire Extra Fine Mesh Strainer with Handle, Small Medium Large Size Sifter Metal, Stainless Steel Sieve Strainers for Kitchen Rice Juice Quinoa Food Flour Baking YLYL • Amazon Business $9.39 1 $9.39
Manu the Kiwi of Kindness • Amazon Business $9.30 1 $9.30
My Positivity, Gratitude, & Kindness Journal for Kids: A Journal to Teach Children to Practice Positivity, Gratitude, and Kindness. Guided Journal for Kids with Activities. • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Tiesta Tea - Black Thai Tropical, Mango Citrus Black Tea, Premium Loose Leaf Tea Blends, High Caffeinated Black Tea, Make Hot or Iced Tea & Brews up to 25 Cups - 1.9oz Resealable Pouch • Amazon Business $6.78 1 $6.78

Materials cost

$233.49

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.36

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$288.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.89

Total project goal

$339.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$339.24

1 Donor

-$30.00

Donations toward project cost

-$30.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

The Compassion Project match offer

-$30.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$25.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.29

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$273.94

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