Exploring Our World: A Global Geography Classroom Experience
Help me give my students a more immersive World Geography experience. In my cart, there is a wall tapestry, as well as a world map rug, a vacuum to keep everything clean, and flip charts for anchor charts!
The specific items I’m requesting for this project—a world map rug, a wall tapestry, a vacuum, and flip charts—will transform our classroom into an interactive and visually engaging space for learning about geography. The world map rug and wall tapestry will provide immersive backdrops for our geography lessons, allowing students to physically locate countries, continents, and oceans. This hands-on approach encourages active participation, making it easier for students to understand and retain geographical concepts. The flip charts will serve as anchor charts, where we can document key ideas and insights from our lessons. They will act as a reference point during discussions and group activities, fostering a collaborative learning environment. The vacuum ensures our learning space remains clean and inviting, which is crucial for maintaining focus and enthusiasm in class.
My goals for this project are to inspire a sense of curiosity about the world and to build a strong foundation in geography.
By creating an environment that is both educational and engaging, I hope to encourage my students to explore different cultures and regions, promoting a broader understanding of global citizenship. This project will also support various learning styles, allowing students to engage with the material visually, kinesthetically, and collaboratively. What makes my students special is their eagerness to learn and their diverse backgrounds. They bring unique perspectives and experiences to the classroom, enriching our discussions and contributing to a vibrant learning community. By supporting this project, donors will be investing in the growth and development of young minds who will go on to become informed and responsible global citizens.
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Carpets for Kids Learn our Earth Map Carpet, 4 x 8 Feet, Rectangle, Blue
• School Specialty
$208.46
1
$208.46
Lion Flip-N-Tell Vertical Display Book Easel, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 20 Pockets, Black - Nylon - Durable
• School Specialty
$27.52
6
$165.12
WOWGO Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, 6-in-1 Vacuum Cleaners for Home, Handheld Vaccum Cleaner with 40 mins Runtime, Stick Vacuum for Apartment, Hardwood Floor, Carpet, Pet Hair
• Amazon Business
$99.99
1
$99.99
World Map Tapestry Wall Hanging, Map of The World with National Educational Wall Tapestries Room Decor, Boys Girls Kids Map Wall Tapestry for Bedroom Living Room Office Classroom (60X40")
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Materials cost
$487.56
Vendor shipping charges
$79.05
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.31
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$603.92
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$106.57
Total project goal
$710.49
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$710.49
1 Donor
-$356.00
Donations toward project cost
-$302.60
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$53.40
match offer
-$354.49
Match offer toward project cost
-$301.32
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Maiellano and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
