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Ms. Paul from Pittsburgh PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fine Motor Skills and Hands-on Learning

Help me give my students materials for a hands-on experience while learning letters and numbers.

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Welcome to our classroom, where every day is filled with curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning! I'm thrilled to share an exciting project that will ignite our students' imaginations and enhance their fine motor skills: introducing playdough and trays.

Playdough is not just a fun activity; it's a powerful tool for learning and development.

As children mold, squish, and shape the dough, they engage their senses and strengthen their fine motor skills. This hands-on experience also fosters creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction, making it an invaluable addition to our curriculum.

Here's how your donation can make a difference:

Hands-On Learning: With playdough and trays, our students will have the opportunity to explore, experiment, and create in a tactile and engaging way. This hands-on experience promotes active learning and encourages curiosity.

Fine Motor Development: Manipulating playdough strengthens hand muscles and improves dexterity, essential skills for writing, drawing, and other tasks. By providing access to playdough, we can support our students' fine motor development and prepare them for academic success.

Creativity and Imagination: Playdough sparks imagination and creativity, allowing children to express themselves freely and explore endless possibilities. With access to a variety of colors and tools, our students can unleash their creativity and turn their ideas into reality.

Your support will enable us to create a dynamic learning environment where every child can thrive. By providing playdough and trays, you'll be giving our students the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed.

Thank you for considering supporting our classroom. Together, we can inspire a love for learning and empower our students to reach their full potential.

Ms. Paul
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, Party Favors, Arts & Crafts, 3oz, Preschool Toys 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.73 4 $106.92
16 Pcs Plastic Craft Trays for Kids Activity Trays Plastic Art Trays Stackable Sand Trayt Organizer Serving Tray for Kid Classroom DIY Project School Painting Bead(Fresh Color, 11 x 8 x 1 Inch) • Amazon Business $22.99 4 $91.96

Materials cost

$198.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$231.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.92

Total project goal

$272.78

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 $272.78

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