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Ms. Drain from Shreveport, LA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exceptional and Extraordinary Creatures in Our Room

Help me give my students a classroom filled with engaging objects to use in learning centers.

  • $613 goal

This project expired on February 16, 2026.

This project expired on February 16, 2026.

My Project

What I find particularly impressive and love about my students is their dedication to learning. They consistently strive for excellence. They exhibit a notable ability to motivate and support one another, often without prompting. My students are aware that our class is characterized by diversity, with students having varying needs that require additional care and compassion. The sensory tent will provide a secure, calming environment. They are exceptional young individuals with unique personalities that bring warmth to any room. I intend to utilize the laminator sheets to create educational resources that are both meaningful and long-lasting. The dollhouse, sink, and salon kit, and doll head will facilitate experiential learning opportunities. The music kit will provide students with an engaging musical experience. The markers will help me maintain organized and secure student materials. The tubs will be used to put the materials away nice and secure. The manipulatives will be used to build counting skills for early learning. The glue will be used in the art center to create their own project.

Ms. Drain Caddo Heights Math & Science Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Shreveport, LA 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

Never Before Funded 20 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mentari Furnished Wooden Classic Dollhouse • Kaplan Early Learning Company $94.46 1 $94.46
Sensory Tent for Kids with Autism, ADHD, SPD - Calm Corner Helps Children Relax, Reduce Anxiety & Improve Focus - Portable Pop-up Blackout Play Tent with Travel Bag • Amazon Business $57.08 1 $57.08
Melissa & Doug Wooden Beauty Salon Play Set With Vanity and Accessories (18 pcs) - FSC Certified • Amazon Business $41.79 1 $41.79
GAMENOTE Colored Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, Stackable Containers,Toy Storage Organizer - 5 Qt 6 Pack-Small Tubs,Tote Box for Classroom, Kids, Sorting (12×7.2×5.1 in) • Amazon Business $32.98 1 $32.98
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Sandwich Making Set, Set of 18 - Wood • School Specialty $31.34 1 $31.34
CUTE STONE Play Kitchen Sink Toys with Upgraded Real Faucet, Play Cooking Stove, Cookware Pot and Pan,Play Food, Color Changing Dishes Accessories for Boys Girls Toddlers • Amazon Business $28.58 1 $28.58
Toddler Musical Instruments Set, 32 PCS 19 Kinds Wooden Percussion Instruments Toys for Kids Playing Preschool Education, Early Learning Baby Musical Toys for Boys and Girls Gift • Amazon Business $27.19 1 $27.19
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Let's Play House Condiments Set, 6 Pieces - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler - Durable • School Specialty $26.39 1 $26.39
ONEST 18 Pieces Wooden Dollhouse Family Set Mini People Figures Dog Cat Sets Dollhouse Dolls Wooden Doll Family Pretend Play Figures Accessories for Pretend Doll House Toy • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Barbie Fashionistas 8-inch Styling Head, Black Hair, 20-pieces • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
TOP BRIGHT Preschool Learning Toys for Toddlers 2-4, Montessori Toys for 3 4 5 Year Old Sorting Stacking Toys, Educational Math Manipulatives Number Counting Blocks for Kids • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Sensory Autism Toys for Kids - Textured Stretchy Fidget Toys for Stress Anxiety - Sensory Toys Special Needs for Autistic Children Toddlers Boys Girls Stocking Stuffers Gifts, Treasure Box Classroom • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Black 12/Pack (30001) • Staples $12.09 1 $12.09
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, for Use with Thermal Laminators, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets, 100-Pack • Amazon Business $11.37 1 $11.37
Elmer's Liquid School Glue Washable 7.6 oz Each 6 Count - Great for Making Slime, #1 Teacher Brand • Amazon Business $11.14 1 $11.14

Materials cost

$439.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.77

Sales tax

 $38.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$520.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$91.85

Total project goal

$612.36

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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