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Ms. Downard from Willows, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Downard's classroom raised $550

Drawing Books and Games

Help me give my students art drawing books and games for my classroom.

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Ms. Downard Willows High School
Willows, CA Grades 9-12

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Art books and games play a pivotal role in enriching the art classroom environment. These resources serve as dynamic tools to inspire creativity, foster artistic skills, and broaden students' perspectives. Art books provide a wealth of knowledge, showcasing diverse art forms, techniques, and the works of renowned artists throughout history. They serve as valuable references, sparking inspiration and deepening students' understanding of various artistic movements.

On the other hand, art games inject an element of playfulness into the learning process.

They engage students in interactive and entertaining activities that enhance critical thinking, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills. Art games can be tailored to reinforce specific concepts or allow for open-ended exploration, encouraging students to express themselves in unique ways.

Together, art books and games create a dynamic and comprehensive learning environment, catering to different learning styles and interests. They contribute to a well-rounded art education, nurturing not only technical proficiency but also a passion for creativity and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

250 students impacted 3 donors
Ms. Downard Willows High School Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Willows, CA 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

250 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Walch 300 Lessons in Art Book by Robert Henkes • School Specialty $37.42 1 $37.42
Laurence King The Art Game: New Edition, Fifty Cards • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Art Out of the Box: Creativity games for artists of all ages (Fun, creativity drawing game for the whole family! ) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
CMON Modern Art: The Card Game - A Thrilling Auction Game for Art Enthusiasts, Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults, Ages 14+, 2-5 Players, 30 Minute Playtime, Made • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Bob Ross Bingo Board Game (24 Players) Idea for Artists, Teachers, Painters, and Drawers | Unique Fun Art Party Game | Bob Ross Quotes and Paintings • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Educational Development Famous Paintings and Fact Cards • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.89 2 $19.78
The Art Book Children's Edition (Hardcover) • Blick Art Materials $17.30 1 $17.30
Modern Drawing • Blick Art Materials $17.20 1 $17.20
Tangle Art and Drawing Games for Kids: A Silly Book for Creative and Visual Thinking • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
642 Things to Draw: Inspirational Sketchbook to Entertain and Provoke the Imagination (Drawing Books, Art Journals, Doodle Books, Gifts for Artist) • Amazon Business $15.26 1 $15.26
How to Draw a Little Bit of Everything: Food Edition • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Gryphon House The Big Messy - But Easy to Clean Up - Art Book • Kaplan Early Learning Company $13.46 1 $13.46
Manifesto!: The Art Movements Game • Amazon Business $13.34 1 $13.34
Reverse Coloring Book For Kids - Mindful Lines - Doodle Coloring Book For Boys and Girls: Drawing Activity Book For Children • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
This Is How I Do It: One Day in the Life of You and 59 Real Kids from Around the World • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
How To Draw Animal: Simple Sketching And Step By Step Inking Lessons to Draw Pets, Wild Animals and Many More (Beginner Drawing Guide Book) • Amazon Business $12.63 1 $12.63
30-Minute Drawing for Beginners: Easy Step-by-Step Lessons and Techniques for Landscapes, Still Lifes, Figures, and More • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
How To Draw People: Simple Sketching Lessons and Step By Step Instructions to Draw Human's Figures, Poses, Eyes, Clothing Folds and Many More (Beginner Drawing Guide Book) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
How To Draw 101 Things For Kids: Simple And Easy Drawing Book With Animals, Plants, Sports, Foods,...Everythings • Amazon Business $10.37 1 $10.37
How To Draw Animals For Kids: Simple And Easy Drawing Book To Learn How To Draw Dog Cat Lion Elephant Dolphine and More Step By Step For Kids • Amazon Business $10.27 1 $10.27
Usborne Step-by-Step Drawing Book - Dinosaurs • Blick Art Materials $9.96 1 $9.96
Draw 50 Animals: The Step-by-Step Way to Draw Elephants, Tigers, Dogs, Fish, Birds, and Many More... • Amazon Business $7.36 1 $7.36
How to Draw Incredible Sharks and Other Ocean Giants: An Animal Drawing Book for Kids Packed With 80+ Sea Creatures (How to Draw Series) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
How to Draw Monsters for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids Ages 6-9 (Drawing for Kids Ages 6 to 9) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
How to Draw Awesome Vehicles: Land, Sea, and Air: A Drawing Book for Kids Packed With 80+ Vehicles (Car and Boat Drawing Book for Kids) (How to Draw Series) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
The Cute and Simple Drawing Book for Teens: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide to How to Draw Cute and Beautiful Things For Beginners • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$382.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.69

Sales tax

 $35.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$467.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$82.49

Total project goal

$549.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $549.95

2 Donors

-$299.97

Donations toward project cost

-$254.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.99

match offer

-$249.98

Match offer toward project cost

-$212.48

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.50

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