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Ms. Cranston from Kailua, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creativity is Intelligence Having Fun!

Help me give my students art supplies, math manipulatives, and stem activities to let their creativity flow!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Cranston's classroom raised $1,008

This project is fully funded

My Project

The products I have selected will allow my students to explore their creativity in relevant and worthwhile ways.

I have noticed that fun learning activities that encourage students to flex their creative muscles can support more sustained focus in the classroom.

My group of students this year are very hands on learners and love doing projects where they can come up with their own ideas. I have selected many different art supplies that I know my students will enjoy. I also want to be able to challenge them each day while using the different math manipulatives. My students have also been learning how to 3D print. I have included a set of headphones for each of my students so that they are able to improve their curiosity of this new skill. Some of the materials I have selected also include prizes. I think it is important to value creativity and celebrate and reward it.

My goal for this project is to make my classroom a creative space by giving students the opportunity to think for themselves and solve problems. I will be able to teach them a vital skill that they will need to be successful in school and life.

Ms. Cranston Kailua Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Kailua, HI View local requests

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

21 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $62.66 2 $125.32
Crayola Classpack Kids' Colored Pencils Assorted Colors 240/Carton (68-8024) • Staples $33.76 2 $67.52
Do-a-Dot Art Markers - Class Pack, Set of 25 • Blick Art Materials $65.91 1 $65.91
Amylove 6 Pcs Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones Noise Earmuff 27db Adjustable Ear Protection Earmuffs Sound Proof Earmuff • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Fresh Scent 700 Count (31547) • Staples $46.05 1 $46.05
Kids Headphones 24 Pack Bulk for School Classroom Students, Ladont Class Set Headsets Perfect for Children Toddler Teen Boys Girls and Adult (8 Mixed Colors) • Amazon Business $41.95 1 $41.95
Place Value Board 9" x 12" Double Sided Dry Erase Boards for Students for Teaching Place Values from Billions to Decimal Numbers Math Manipulative Lapboard for Home School and Classroom • Amazon Business $6.99 5 $34.95
Math Manipulatives White Board for Students - Small White Board Dry Erase - Ideal for Classroom and Home Use - Long Division Double-Sided Dry Erase Board - 9x12 Inches • Amazon Business $6.99 5 $34.95
Color Swell 36 Set Bulk Watercolor Paint Pack with Wood Brushes 8 Colors Washable Water Colors Perfect for Kids Classroom Parties Students All Ages • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $32.89 1 $32.89
LEGO - Classic Bricks and Functions 11019 • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
Dunwell Plastic Pocket Folders with Prongs - (24 Pack, Assorted Colors), 2 Pocket 3 Prong Folders, Durable Plastic folders with pockets and brads, Bulk Poly 2 Pocket Folder with Clasp, Labels Included • Amazon Business $29.40 1 $29.40
Straw Constructor Toy STEM Building Toys Macaron 600Pcs Interlocking Gear Toy Sets for Kindergarten Classroom Toy Engineering Thin Tube Blocks Toy for 3 4 5 6 7years Kids Toy for Boys and Girls Gift • Amazon Business $22.39 1 $22.39
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Fraction Tower Cubes Montessori Math Materials for Kids to Learn Fraction Equivalence Math Manipulatives 4th Grade Fraction Cube, Homeschool Supplies (Set of 51) • Amazon Business $18.08 1 $18.08
URSKYTOUS 80Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Cute Puzzle Erasers Bulk Take Apart Erasers Classroom Reward Treasure Box Easter Egg Fillers Bingo Prizes Games Valentine’s Day Gifts Party Favors • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, 12/Pack (80001) • Quill.com $16.69 1 $16.69
Hasbro Candy Land, Classic Board Game, 2 to 4 Players, Ages 3 to 6 - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $15.44 1 $15.44
hunanzhongyi 30,50,100 Random Cartoon Anime Shoe Charms Bulk Pins for Crock Boys Girls, Cute Toddler Shoe Charms Accessories for Kids, Bracelet Wristband Decoration • Amazon Business $13.76 1 $13.76
100Pcs Croc Sports Charms, 7Pcs Three-Dimensional Ball Shoe Charms and 93Pcs Non-Repeat Sports Shoe Charms for Boy, Basketball Baseball Football Softball Soccer Croc Pins Clog Decoration Accessories • Amazon Business $13.68 1 $13.68
Hedbanz Picture Guessing Board Game 2020 Edition Family Games Games for Family Game Night Kids Games Card Games, for Families and Kids Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Dabo & Shobo Highlighters Set of 24,Colored Markers And Beautiful Combination Set Liquid Ink Fast Drying And Not Easy To Fade Are Suitable For Classroom, Office And Shop Short Style • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59
LUDILO Mochi Animal Squishies Toys 2nd Generation Glitter Mochi Squishy 20pcs Random Kawaii Mini Squishies Party Favors for Kids Unicorn Cat Panda Class Prizes Birthday Gifts Stress Relief Toy • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$738.50

Vendor shipping charges

$44.73

Sales tax

$32.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$856.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$151.20

Total project goal

$1,008.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,008.00

1 Donor

-$856.80

Donations toward project cost

-$856.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$151.20

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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