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Mr. Yeboah from Dorchester MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting Connections: Empowering Students Through Crochet in Our Maker Space!

Help me give my students crocheting materials for our school's maker space! Crocheting can be therapeutic for many students and is a life long skill that I'd love to be able to share with my students!

  • 4 donors
  • $509 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

In our diverse K-8 campus, fostering inclusivity and providing avenues for creative expression is paramount. Our library and its dynamic maker space, aims to cater to the varied needs and interests of all our students. The request for Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn kits and additional yarn supplies is particularly significant, especially considering the presence of our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program, which serves many students with autism.

By incorporating crocheting materials into our maker space, we're not only offering an opportunity for skill development but also providing a therapeutic outlet for our diverse population of students.

Crocheting has shown remarkable benefits in promoting relaxation, focus, and sensory regulation, making it an ideal activity for students across the neurodiversity spectrum.

The simplicity and accessibility of the Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn kits ensure that every student, regardless of ability or background, can participate meaningfully. This inclusivity aligns perfectly with our mission of creating a supportive and enriching learning environment for all.

Moreover, crocheting offers a pathway for students to develop essential life skills, such as fine motor coordination, patience, and problem-solving. These skills are not only valuable academically but also contribute to students' overall growth and well-being.

Through this project, we aim to transform our library into a space where students of all abilities can come together, collaborate, and learn from one another. Your support will not only provide essential resources but also contribute to the realization of our vision for an inclusive and nurturing educational community.

Join us in knitting together a tapestry of creativity, resilience, and understanding within our school community. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of all our students, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment that extends far beyond the walls of our maker space.

Mr. Yeboah
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Fox • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Dinosaur • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Lion • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Penguin • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Owl • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Axolotl • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Chick • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Beginner Crochet Amigurumi Kit - Bunny • Blick Art Materials $30.00 1 $30.00
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Woobles Easy Peasy Yarn, Crochet & Knitting Yarn for Beginners with Easy-to-See Stitches - Yarn for Crocheting - Worsted Medium #4 Yarn - Cotton-Nylon Blend • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$395.87

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$431.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.20

Total project goal

$508.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$508.01

3 Donors

-$254.00

Donations toward project cost

-$215.90

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.10

match offer

-$254.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$215.91

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.10

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$0.00

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