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Ms. Bethell from Albuquerque, NM is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Bethell's classroom raised $256

Enhancing Learning Through Creative Play with Building Sets

Help me give my students building sets that will enhance their learning through creative play!

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Ms. Bethell Lowell Elementary School
Albuquerque, NM Grades PreK-2

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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

My goal is to enrich our students' learning experiences by providing them with new class toys and building sets that foster creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Many of our students are eager to explore and learn through hands-on activities. With new toys and building sets, we can offer them engaging ways to develop critical thinking skills and teamwork. These resources will support interactive learning in subjects such as science, engineering, and mathematics, and will enhance their overall educational experience. By incorporating these new tools into our classroom, we aim to create a stimulating environment where students can experiment, build, and innovate. This will not only make learning more enjoyable but also help them develop essential skills for their future.

My students are incredibly special and deserving of this project opportunity because they exhibit remarkable curiosity and enthusiasm for learning every day.

Despite facing various challenges, they approach each lesson with a unique blend of creativity and determination. Providing them with new toys and building sets will not only fuel their imagination but also support their growth in crucial skills such as problem-solving and teamwork. This project represents a chance to reward their hard work and dedication with resources that will inspire and engage them, making their educational journey both fun and impactful.

Your support will make a significant difference in bringing these educational opportunities to our students. Thank you for considering our project!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Bethell Lowell Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Albuquerque, NM View local requests

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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Silly Suckers Suction Toys 50 Pcs | Building Toys | Smooth Soft Edges | BPA Safe | Montessori Toys | Toddler Toys | Sensory Toys | Bath Toys | Toy Building Sets | Preschool Building Sets • Amazon Business $35.95 1 $35.95
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $25.49 1 $25.49
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Huaker 88 Piece Magnetic Balls and Rods Set,Magnetic Building Toys Colorful DIY STEM Building Blocks Sticks for Ages 3+ Year Old Children Boy Girl Educational Construction Toy • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
YEEBAY Flower Garden Building Toys for Girls Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Year Old - STEM Gardening Pretend Toys for Kids - Stacking Game for Toddlers Play Set - Educational Activity for Preschool (148 PCS) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $21.42 1 $21.42
Toysmith STEM Learning 80Piece Marble Run Building Toy Set, For Boys & Girls 3+ • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Learning Resources Buddy Builders,32 Pieces, Ages 3+, Fine Motor, Hand Eye Coordination Toy, Fine Motor Skills,Social Emotional Learning Toys • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$182.11

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.55

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$217.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.36

Total project goal

$255.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $255.75

1 Donor

-$255.75

Donations toward project cost

-$217.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.36

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