Empowering 5th Graders with Hands-On Math Manipulatives
Help me give my students various math manipulatives to support their understanding and learning of all things math.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Mac's classroom raised $346
This project is fully funded
My Project
Math manipulatives are powerful tools that allow students to physically explore mathematical concepts, making abstract ideas tangible. Whether it’s using base ten blocks to understand place value, fraction tiles to visualize part-whole relationships, or geometric solids to explore volume and surface area, these tools help students build a deeper, more intuitive understanding of math.
For many of my students, traditional methods of instruction are not enough.
They thrive when they can engage with the material in a hands-on way, testing and discovering concepts on their own. Math manipulatives provide the opportunity for all learners—especially those who struggle with more abstract approaches—to grasp challenging concepts, boost their confidence, and develop a genuine enthusiasm for math.
In our classroom, these manipulatives will be used daily in a variety of activities, from small group work to individual exploration. They will play a crucial role in math-based projects, which I incorporate regularly to help students apply what they’ve learned in real-world contexts. With your help, I can provide my students with the tools they need to succeed.
Nearly all 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
2 Pack Place Value Board 9" x 12" Double Sided Dry Erase Boards for Kids for Teaching Place Values from Billions to Decimal Numbers Math Manipulative Lapboard for Home School and Classroom
• Amazon Business
$12.49
5
$62.45
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow
• Amazon Business
$10.90
3
$32.70
Pacon PAC3373 Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper, 1" Grid Ruled, 24" Width, 32" Length, 25 Sheets, White
• Amazon Business
$31.22
1
$31.22
MAGNASHEETS Jumbo Sized Dry Erase Magnetic Notebook Paper for Classroom Whiteboard 22x28 | Complete Erase! | Storage Tube | Teaching Supplies, Teacher Must Haves | Teacher Classroom Supplies
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
Essential Learning Products 10-Value Decimals to Whole Numbers Place Cards Set
• Amazon Business
$23.64
1
$23.64
Torlam 131 PCS Magnetic Base Ten Blocks - Place Value Blocks -Math Manipulatives K-3 for Elementary Classroom, Number Blocks, Math Counters, Counting Cubes for Kids, Base 10 for 1st 2nd 3rd Grade
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
edxeducation Student Place Value Flip Chart - Millions - Double-Sided with Whole Numbers and Decimals - Learn to Count by Ones, Tens, Hundreds, Thousands and Millions
• Amazon Business
$10.03
1
$10.03
ASIBT 30 Pack Wooden Rulers Student Rulers Wood School Rulers Measuring Ruler Office Rulers,2 Scale,30 cm and 12 Inch
• Amazon Business
$9.79
1
$9.79
Place Value Dice, Hundred Thousands
• Amazon Business
$7.37
1
$7.37
Place Value Dice, Thousands
• Amazon Business
$7.37
1
$7.37
Place Value Dice, Hundreds
• Amazon Business
$7.37
1
$7.37
Learning Advantage 7333 Place Value Dice, Tenths (Pack of 12)
• Amazon Business
$7.37
1
$7.37
Place Value Dice, Hundredths
• Amazon Business
$7.37
1
$7.37
Learning Advantage CTU7303 Place Value Dice Tens, Set of 12
• Amazon Business
$6.36
1
$6.36
Materials cost
$260.02
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.90
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$293.92
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$51.87
Total project goal
$345.79
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$345.79
4 Donors
-$333.00
Donations toward project cost
-$283.05
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$49.95
match offer
-$12.50
Match offer toward project cost
-$10.62
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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