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Mr. Rodriguez from La Habra, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Students with Interactive Manipulatives!

Help me give my students manipulatives designed to provide a hands-on learning experience that enhances comprehension and sparks a genuine passion for education in my classroom.

  • $516 goal

This project expired on January 17, 2024.

This project expired on January 17, 2024.

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Mr. Rodriguez Ladera Palma Elementary School
La Habra, CA Grades 3-5

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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

I am continually inspired by the curiosity and resilience of my students. They come to class eager to learn, and their dedication to mastering new concepts is truly commendable. Each child brings a unique perspective, and it's this diversity that enriches our learning environment.

The manipulatives I'm requesting will be invaluable in our classroom.

They offer a tactile and interactive approach to learning, allowing students to work through strategies and grapple with complex concepts in manageable, bite-sized ways. These hands-on tools will transform abstract ideas into tangible experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of the material.

But here's where the magic truly happens: with these manipulatives, every lesson becomes an adventure. Students will grasp geometric principles by building structures, understand mathematical operations through interactive games, and unlock scientific concepts through hands-on experiments. It's a dynamic approach that not only solidifies their understanding but also sparks a genuine passion for learning. My goal for this project is to create an inclusive and engaging learning space where every student can thrive. With these manipulatives, I aim to provide a variety of learning modalities, catering to different strengths and preferences. By doing so, I hope to unlock the full potential of each student and instill a lifelong love for learning. What sets my students apart is their unwavering determination. They face challenges head-on, and their eagerness to explore new ideas is truly remarkable. By providing them with these manipulatives, I aim to further nurture their innate curiosity and equip them with the tools they need to succeed, not just in my classroom, but in their educational journey as a whole. Together, we'll embark on a hands-on learning adventure that will leave a lasting impact on their academic growth and development.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Half of students from low‑income households

32 students impacted
Mr. Rodriguez Ladera Palma Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

La Habra, CA View local requests

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

32 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Orange Interlocking Base 10 (Ten) Blocks - Pkg. of 1,000 Unit Cubes • Nasco $21.21 3 $63.63
Place Value Counting Frame • Nasco $13.95 4 $55.80
Orange Base 10 (Ten) Blocks - Pkg. of 50 Rods • Nasco $6.76 8 $54.08
Orange Base 10 (Ten) Blocks - Pkg. of 10 Flats • Nasco $5.91 9 $53.19
Orange Base 10 (Ten) Blocks - Decimeter Cube • Nasco $3.95 13 $51.35
Lakeshore Fractions & Decimals Bingo • Lakeshore Learning Materials $13.99 2 $27.98
Lakeshore Student Write & Wipe Number Lines - Decimals • Lakeshore Learning Materials $21.99 1 $21.99
Sensational Math 10-Value Decimals to Whole Numbers Place Value Discs Set Ages 8+ (ELP626638) • Staples $16.11 1 $16.11

Materials cost

$344.13

Vendor shipping charges

 $27.80

Sales tax

 $31.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$438.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.40

Total project goal

$515.98

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