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Mrs. Malatanos from Corona, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting Creativity: Bringing Literature to Life With Cricut Maker 4

Help me give my students a Cricut Maker 4 that highlights its classroom benefits and ties into creativity and personalized learning.

  • $967 goal

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

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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

In our Grade 10 English Language Arts classroom, words are powerful—but what if students could "see" and "touch" their stories, characters, and ideas come to life. With the Cricut Maker 4, that’s exactly what we’ll do. This innovative tool will allow students to transform their writing and literary analysis into visual, hands-on projects that deepen comprehension and spark creativity.

Imagine a classroom where learning leaps off the page—where students bring their ideas to life through hands-on creativity!

From designing character masks and thematic dioramas for novel studies, to crafting personalized book covers, poetry displays, and literary quote walls, the Cricut will bring a fresh, interactive dimension to our curriculum. Students will also create engaging visual elements for presentations, collaborative projects, and classroom displays that reflect their interpretations and voices.

More importantly, this tool will also support students with disabilities and English language learners by offering alternative ways to demonstrate understanding. Visual and tactile projects can make abstract concepts more concrete, reduce language barriers, and build confidence. For students who struggle with traditional assessments, creating something they can physically manipulate and proudly display opens new doors to engagement and success. By making learning more accessible, creative, and personalized, the Cricut Maker 4 will empower all of my 10th graders to connect deeply with literature, express themselves, and feel proud of their achievements.

By integrating the Cricut into our classroom, students will have the opportunity to develop critical thinking, collaboration, and design skills, all while engaging in lessons that feel meaningful and exciting. Whether it's crafting personalized learning materials, classroom decor, or creative projects that reflect their individuality, the Cricut Maker 4 will help foster a love for learning through artistic expression.

Mrs. Malatanos High School Arts & Business Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

170 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Maker 4 + Starter Bundle - Seashell • Best Buy Education $439.99 1 $439.99
𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐭 Craft Cart Organizer Table Compatible with Cricut Rolling Organization and Storage with Vinyl Roll Holder, Crafting Cabinet Workstation Tool Accessories Holder for Craft Room (Patented) • Amazon Business $119.99 1 $119.99
Cricut EasyPress Mini - Raspberry • Blick Art Materials $64.78 1 $64.78
Cricut Transfer Tape - 12" x 48", Roll • Blick Art Materials $7.90 4 $31.60
Cricut Smart Vinyl Removeable Black 3ft • Ward's Science $11.49 2 $22.98
Cricut Pen Set - Ultimate Fine Point Pens, Assorted Colors, Set of 30 • Blick Art Materials $20.87 1 $20.87
Cricut Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock - White, 13" x 13", Package of 10 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $15.39 1 $15.39
Cricut Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock - Pastels, 13" x 13", Package of 10 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $15.39 1 $15.39
Cricut Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock - Black, 13" x 13", Package of 10 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $15.39 1 $15.39
Cricut - Basic Tool Set - White • Best Buy Education $14.99 1 $14.99
Cricut Pen Set - Metallic Set of 5 • Blick Art Materials $9.72 1 $9.72
Cricut Smart Vinyl Permanent Black 3ft • Ward's Science $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$780.08

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$821.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.02

Total project goal

$966.80

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