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Mrs. Davila from Greenville SC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Filling Our Classroom with Colors!

Help me give my students a variety of markers, coloring pencils and a pencil sharpener to keep developing their artistic talents integrated with math and science in Spanish.

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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

Coloring is not just a recreational activity for children; it plays a crucial role in their cognitive and emotional development. As a teacher dedicated to nurturing young minds, I am writing this grant proposal to request funding for purchasing coloring supplies for our 1st-grade students. These supplies will not only enhance their artistic expression but also support their learning across various subjects.

Importance of Coloring in Education:

Coloring activities are not mere pastimes; they contribute significantly to a child's educational journey. Here are some key benefits:

Fine Motor Skills Development: Coloring helps children refine their fine motor skills, improving hand-eye coordination and pencil grip, which are foundational for writing and other tasks.

Creativity and Imagination: Through coloring, children explore their creativity and imagination, expressing their thoughts and feelings visually. This fosters creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Language and Literacy Development: Coloring activities can be integrated with literacy by using coloring sheets related to stories, letters, and words, enhancing vocabulary and comprehension.

Emotional Regulation: Coloring promotes relaxation and stress reduction, helping children manage their emotions and focus better on learning tasks.

Concept Reinforcement: Coloring can be used to reinforce concepts learned in various subjects such as math, science, and social studies, making learning engaging and memorable.

Proposed Coloring Supplies:

To maximize the educational benefits of coloring activities, we propose acquiring the following supplies:

Crayons: A variety of crayon colors to encourage creativity and color recognition.

Colored Pencils: Ideal for detailed coloring and shading activities, promoting fine motor skills.

Markers: Bold and vibrant markers for larger coloring projects, enabling visual impact and artistic expression.

Mrs. Davila
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Fully Automatic Pencil Sharpener, Auto in & Out, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for 7-11.5mm Jumbo Pencils, Graphite/Skectch Pencils • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Crayola Twistables Colored Pencils, No Sharpening Needed, 12 Count (Pack of 6) Total 72 Pencils • Amazon Business $32.89 1 $32.89
Crayola Washable Marker Set (64ct), Broad Line Markers for Kids, Gel Markers, Window Markers, Kids Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $21.22 1 $21.22
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.39 1 $14.39
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$109.98

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $7.75

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$159.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.12

Total project goal

$187.45

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