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Ms. Mato from Gresham OR is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Cultivating Creativity: The Amusement Park STEAM Adventure

By donating, you can empower students to acquire essential supplies for their amusement park STEAM project, fostering creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning experiences.

  • 11 donors
  • $730 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

In today’s dynamic educational landscape, fostering hands-on learning experiences is crucial for equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. By supporting our students’ amusement park STEAM project, you are not only providing them with essential supplies but also investing in their future success and development.

At our Title One school, where resources may be limited, your donation will directly impact our students’ ability to engage in meaningful learning experiences.

With your support, students will have access to supplies necessary for constructing their amusement park rides. From wheels for different car models to straws for outlining and joints, and tape for assembly, these materials serve as the building blocks for creativity and innovation.

Beyond mere construction, this project cultivates a range of essential skills. Through drawing blueprints, measuring pieces for accuracy, and practicing budgeting by 'purchasing' materials, students gain practical experience in project management and financial literacy. These skills are invaluable for their future endeavors, whether in academia or the workforce, as they learn to plan, organize, and execute tasks effectively.

Moreover, the collaborative nature of this project fosters teamwork and communication skills. As students work together to bring their amusement park rides to life, they learn the importance of cooperation, compromise, and collective problem-solving.

Furthermore, this hands-on project instills a sense of pride and ownership in students as they see their ideas materialize into tangible creations. By presenting their rides and articulating their design choices in essays, students develop confidence in expressing their ideas and advocating for their work.

In supporting our students’ amusement park STEAM project, you are not just providing supplies; you are investing in their education. Your generosity enables our students to thrive in a learning environment rich with creativity, collaboration, and hands-on experiences. Thank you for your support.

Ms. Mato
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classic Bricks Wheels and Axles Sets, Over 400pcs Car Parts and Pieces Tires, Educational Building Kits Toys • Amazon Business $29.99 6 $179.94
600PCS STEM Building Toys, Straw Constructor Toys Up Grade Engineering Building Sets for Kids Develops Motor Skills and Logic Thinking, Fun Educational Toy Great for Gift • Amazon Business $16.49 6 $98.94
Berkley Square Foil (1371210) • Quill.com $67.99 1 $67.99
Craftzilla Colored Masking Tape – 11 Roll Multi Pack – 825 Feet x 1 Inch of Colorful Craft Tape – Vibrant Rainbow Colored Painters Tape – Great for Arts & Crafts, Labeling and Color-Coding • Amazon Business $19.75 3 $59.25
Roylco Clear Bins with Lids - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $43.16 1 $43.16
Colorations 100% Polyester Felt Sheets 6" x 9", 10 colors, 1mm Thick, 100 Sheet Pack for Sewing and DIY Arts & Crafts Projects (Item #EZFELT),orange • Amazon Business $27.71 1 $27.71
Creativity Street Craft Popsicle Sticks Beige 1000/Box (3775-01) • Staples $9.19 3 $27.57
KASEMI Pipe Cleaners,1000 pcs and 20 Assorted Colors 12 inch Chenille Stems for DIY Art Creative Crafts Decorations • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Quill Brand? Premium Rubber Band, Postal Size #64, 3-1/2"L x 1/4"W, 1 lb Resealable Bag (790064) • Quill.com $9.89 2 $19.78
2774pcs Gem Stickers Jewels for Crafts - Self Adhesive Rhinestone Jewel Stickers, Stick on Gems Rhinestones for Crafts, Acrylic Bling Heart Stickers, Craft Supplies for Kids • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Essentials by Leisure Arts Pony Beads - Neon, Opaque, 6mm x 9mm, Package of 750 • Blick Art Materials $4.52 1 $4.52
Kite String 400 yd • Carolina Biological Supply Company $3.15 1 $3.15

Materials cost

$561.95

Vendor shipping charges

$19.90

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$620.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.46

Total project goal

$729.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$729.74

10 Donors

-$522.98

Donations toward project cost

-$450.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.70

match offer

-$200.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$170.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$6.76

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$0.00

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Project Activity

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