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Mrs. Rommel from Edison NJ is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploration Through Art

Help me give my students the opportunity to explore and express themselves creatively with the art supplies such as markers, crayons, and scissors. With these resources, it will allow my students develop their imagination, problem-solving, abilities, and self-confidence.

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My Project

Art materials provide students with the opportunity to express themselves creatively. Through drawing, painting, and other artistic activities, my students can explore their ideas, emotions, and experiences in a visual format. This encourages creative thinking and problem-solving skills as well.

Many art activities involve intricate hand, movements and coordination, which can help develop fine motor skills in students.

When working with art materials, students learn to analyze shapes, colors, textures, and spatial relationships. This fosters critical thinking skills and promotes visual literacy.

Engaging in art activities can have therapeutic benefits for students by providing them with a creative outlet for self expression and stress relief.

Overall, incorporating art materials into classroom learning fosters a holistic approach to education that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and emotional well-being, while providing students with valuable skills and experiences.

Mrs. Rommel will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by August 24.

Mrs. Rommel
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Teacher Created Resources Assorted Bright Colors Portable Plastic Storage Caddy 6-Pack for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, (Lime, Orange, Pink, Purple, Teal, and Yellow) 3 Compartment • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Westcott© Kid’s Basic Scissors - Pkg. of 12 - 5 in. Pointed • Nasco $16.60 4 $66.40
Crayola Crayon Classpack - 800ct (16 Assorted Colors), Bulk School Supplies for Teachers, Kids Crayons, Arts & Crafts Classroom Supplies, 3+ • Amazon Business $60.78 1 $60.78
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 24 $51.36
SHARPIE Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point, Black, 12 Count - 2 Pack • Amazon Business $21.75 2 $43.50
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $35.76 1 $35.76

Materials cost

$329.78

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.64

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$371.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.54

Total project goal

$436.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $436.91

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 $436.91

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