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Mrs. Null from Elk Grove CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Future Engineers: LEGO Engineering for Real-World Problem Solving

Help me give my students the latest lego engineering kits to build and code!

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In today's rapidly evolving world, fostering innovative thinking and problem-solving skills among students is paramount. Our grant proposal seeks funding for new LEGO engineering kits into our educational curriculum. These kits will serve as powerful tools to cultivate the minds of our students, enabling them to think like engineers and tackle real-world challenges through hands-on design and construction.

The primary objective of this initiative is to provide students with the opportunity to engage in practical, experiential learning that mirrors the work of professional engineers.

By working with LEGO kits, students will learn to conceptualize, design, and build solutions to real-world problems. Furthermore, they will develop critical thinking skills as they iterate on their designs, troubleshoot issues, and optimize their creations for maximum efficiency.

Students will be organized into teams and provided with LEGO engineering kits tailored to their age and skill level. Guided by knowledgeable instructors, they will embark on projects that challenge them to address pressing issues in fields such as sustainability, urban planning, and technology. Additionally, students will learn basic software coding to enhance the functionality of their creations, introducing them to fundamental principles of programming in a fun and engaging manner.

We anticipate that this initiative will yield significant benefits for participating students. Beyond acquiring technical skills in engineering and coding, students will develop important soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Furthermore, by applying their knowledge to real-world scenarios, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the relevance and impact of STEM disciplines in addressing global challenges.

Mrs. Null
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Education SPIKE Essential • LEGO Education $319.95 3 $959.85

Materials cost

$959.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $87.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,092.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$192.72

Total project goal

$1,284.80

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