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Ms. Lares from San Antonio, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Minds With Magnetic Blocks: a Hands-On Learning Approach

Help me give my students magnetic blocks to help with their creativity in class.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lares's classroom raised $505

This project is fully funded

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

Imagine a classroom where learning is not limited to textbooks and worksheets, but where students actively engage with concepts through hands-on exploration.

Magnetic blocks offer a versatile tool that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students of all ages.

These blocks adhere together through magnetic forces, allowing students to build structures, explore geometric shapes, and experiment with principles of physics in a tangible and exciting way.

This project aims to introduce magnetic blocks into our classroom to enhance the learning experience across various subjects. Through structured activities and open-ended play, students will develop essential skills such as problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and teamwork. By incorporating magnetic blocks into our curriculum, we will create an environment that fosters innovation and deepens understanding through active learning.

Ms. Lares Loma Park Elementary School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

23 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apluses 32pcs Magnetic Blocks Building Cubes for Toddlers | Classroom Must Haves Creative Learning Kids Toys | Preschool Montessori Sensory Autism Magnet Toys for Boys and Girls Ages 3 4 5 6 • Amazon Business $22.99 4 $91.96
GobiDex Magnetic Blocks Toddler Toys for Boys Girls 3+, Game-Based Build Mine World with Magnets Cubes, 2024 Upgraded STEM Building Game Sensory Gift for Kids Starter Set • Amazon Business $32.49 2 $64.98
Magnetic Blocks-Build Mine Magnet World Pickaxe Edition Mine Pickaxe Caverns Kids Games Toddler Toys Magnetic Tiles for Boys & Girls Age 3-4 4-5 6-8, Sensory Outdoor Toys for Kids for 3+ • Amazon Business $31.99 2 $63.98
GraceDuck 60PCS Magnetic Blocks for Toddlers Toys: Build Magnet Dark Castle Magnet World Set - Magnetic Construction Cube Toys - Montessori Sensory Toys for Toddlers 6 7 8 9 10 Year Old Girls Boys • Amazon Business $27.95 2 $55.90
140 Pack Animal Erasers for Kids 3D Puzzle Mini Pencil Eraser Bulk Desk Pets Treasure Box Toy for Classroom School Prize Kids Party Favors Back to School Supplies Easter Egg Stuffers Gift (Random) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
UMIKU 100 Pack Animal Pencil Erasers 3D Desk Pet for Kids Mini Puzzle Take Apart Eraser Student Classroom Prizes Rewards Easter Egg Fillers Treasure Box Back to School Supplies Kid Party Favors Gift • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Cllayees 72 Pcs Assorted Food Pencil Erasers Toy Set, Cake Dessert Fruit Puzzle Erasers Toys for Kids Reward Party Favors (Food) • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
URSKYTOUS 60Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Pencil Bulk Puzzle Erasers Toys Gifts for Classroom Prizes,Game Reward,Treasure Box,Easter Egg Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Party Favors • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
Kleeblatt 40Pcs Animal Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Assembled Eraser 3D Puzzle Erasers Classroom prizes,Class Pets,Party Favors • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Nabisco Sweet & Savory Mix Variety Pack, OREO Mini Cookies, CHIPS AHOY! Mini Cookies & RITZ Mini Crackers, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 1 $9.86
300PCS Mini Fun Erasers for Kids Bulk,Cute Assorted Novelty Pencil Erasers Desk Pets for Kids Party Favors School Student Prizes Gift(300Fruit&Animal) • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
Fruit Roll-Ups, Fruit by the Foot, Gushers, Snacks Variety Pack, 16 ct • Amazon Business $5.68 1 $5.68

Materials cost

$392.63

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$428.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.62

Total project goal

$504.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $504.14

2 Donors

-$503.70

Donations toward project cost

-$428.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.18

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.44

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 $0.00

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