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Mrs. Grubbs from Merrillville IN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Doodle Notes!

Help me give my students markers and other art supplies for their doodle notes.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $720 goal

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

Your potential donation of markers, colored pencils, and bright cardstock paper would have a major impact on my students' note-taking process, mainly through the utilization of doodle notes is essential. Doodle notes are a powerful tool for enhancing student engagement, comprehension, and retention of complex concepts, particularly in math and science. By combining visual elements with written text, students can create personalized and meaningful representations of the material they are learning.

Doodle notes transform the note-taking process from passive to active learning.

Students become more engaged and invested in their studies when encouraged to interact creatively with the material. Using markers, colored pencils, and bright cardstock paper makes note-taking a fun and enjoyable experience for students. Doodle notes transform the note-taking process from passive to active learning. Students become more engaged and invested in their studies when encouraged to interact creatively with the material. Using markers, colored pencils, and bright cardstock paper makes note-taking a fun and enjoyable experience for students.

Every student has a unique learning style, and doodle notes allow them to personalize their note-taking process according to their preferences. Some students may prefer visual representations, while others may prefer written text. Providing various tools like markers, colored pencils, and cardstock paper ensures that students can create notes that cater to their individual learning needs.

In conclusion, your generous donation of markers, colored pencils, and bright cardstock paper will significantly enhance our students' note-taking process through doodle notes. Your support will provide them with the necessary tools to succeed academically and foster creativity, comprehension, and engagement in the learning environment.

Mrs. Grubbs
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brother P-Touch PT-D210 Label Maker Value Bundle Includes 4 Label Tapes, Easy-to-Use, Home and Office Organization, White • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
120 Classroom Dry Erase Markers Bulk - White Board Markers Dry Erase, Whiteboard Markers - Erasable, Low Odor, Chisel Tip Dry Erase Marker - School Supplies, Class Set for Kids - 12 Colors • Amazon Business $59.90 1 $59.90
Citylife 5 PCS Plastic Storage Bins with Latching Lids Portable Project Case Clear File Box Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing A4 Paper, Photo, Document, Scrapbook • Amazon Business $46.67 1 $46.67
Cricut EasyPress Mini Heat Press for Pressing Small Objects like Shoes, Stuffed Animals, Hats & More, 3 Heat Settings & Precision Tip, Ceramic-Coated Heat Plate, Raspberry • Amazon Business $44.00 1 $44.00
Crayola Colored Pencils Classpack (240 Ct), Bulk Classroom Supplies, Colored Pencils for School, 12 Assorted Colors, Nontoxic • Amazon Business $43.18 1 $43.18
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Auto in & Out, Fully Automatic Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Graphite/Sketch Pencils, Teacher Gift, Black • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pen 20 Piece Set, Medium Point 0.7, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Paper Mate Flair Guard Pens - Vivid Colors, Medium Tip, Set of 16 • Blick Art Materials $25.04 1 $25.04
Scissors Bulk Set of 25-Pack, Niutop 8" Multipurpose Sharp Sewing Craft Fabric Scissors for Office Home High/Middle School Student Office Teacher Art Supplies, Soft Comfort-Grip Right/Left Handles • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Paper Mate Pens Variety Pack, InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens, Flair Felt Tip Pens, Assorted, 28 Count • Amazon Business $24.04 1 $24.04
160 PCS Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk for Outdoor Art Play, Painting on Chalkboard, Blackboard and Playground • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Cricut EasyPress Mat • Blick Art Materials $21.94 1 $21.94
Cricut Basic Tool Set • Blick Art Materials $20.82 1 $20.82
Paper Mate Felt Tip Pens Flair Marker Pens, Medium Point, Assorted, 24 Count • Amazon Business $20.49 1 $20.49
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Retro" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" (91688) • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Flourescent" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91703) • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
HTV Black and White Heat Transfer Vinyl Rolls, 12" x 20ft HTV Iron on Vinyl for Shirts, Black & White Vinyl for Cricut, Cameo, Heat Press Machines (2 Rolls 12 Inches x 10 Feet Each) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
LUKGELYAM Reflective Vinyl Heat Transfer Vinyl Rolls Silver 12in x 6ft Reflective Iron on Vinyl for T Shirts DIY Design Grey HTV Iron Vinyl for Cricut and Silhouette Cameo(Light Grey) • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Scotch Heavy Duty Packaging Tape, 1.88" x 22.2 yd, Designed for Packing, Shipping and Mailing, Strong Seal on All Box Types, 1.5" Core, Clear, 6 Rolls with Dispenser (142-6) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
FunStick Flexible Mirror Stickers Wall Stickers 12"x78.8" Self Adhesive Non Glass Safety Mirror Stickers Reflective Peel and Stick Mirror Paper Roll for Crafts Fun House Party Mirror Wall Decor PET • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
AstroDesigns® Chalkboard Sticker Paper, 8.5" x 11", 24 lb., Black, 10 Full Sheets (91756) • Amazon Business $5.00 1 $5.00

Materials cost

$572.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$611.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.91

Total project goal

$719.42

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