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Ms. Garduno from Chicago, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Imagination to Mastery: Learning Through Creation

Help me give my students fun incentives, hands-on materials for animal dioramas, a constructor set to explore 3D shapes, and ink to keep our classroom printer running strong.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Garduno's classroom raised $754

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My students are eager learners, and I am constantly seeking meaningful ways to challenge them and foster a positive, engaging learning environment. The requested fun incentives and hands-on materials will provide my students with multiple modalities to enhance participation, increase motivation, and strive toward mastery.

By donating to my project, you will help give my students meaningful opportunities to shine, proudly showcase their learning, and boost their academic achievement.

These resources will serve as both motivators and rewards, supporting academic growth and positive behavior. Some of the materials will be used to create animal dioramas—one of my students’ favorite activities—which allow for creativity, collaboration, and content integration. The constructor set will help students explore and build their understanding of 3D shapes while using their imagination and problem-solving skills. Additionally, ink for our classroom printer will ensure that we can continue producing essential learning materials, helping to keep instruction consistent, accessible, and engaging.

Ms. Garduno Portage Park Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of 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

28 students impacted 16donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Geomakers - 58 Pieces, Ages 5+ STEM Toys for Kids, Kindergartner Learning Toys, Shapes for Kids • Amazon Business $9.23 5 $46.15
GREENBOX Compatible TN850 High Yield Toner Cartridge Replacement for Brother TN850 TN-850 TN820 TN-820 for DCP-L5500DN DCP-L5600DN MFC-L5700DW HL-L5000D MFC-L5800DW MFC-L5850DW Printer (2 Black) • Amazon Business $39.79 1 $39.79
TN227 TN-227 Toner Cartridge [with CHIP] Replacement for Brother TN 227 223 TN223 | Compatible with HL-L3270CDW HL-L3290CDW MFC-L3710CDW MFC-L3770CDW Printer (4 Pack-TN227BK/TN227C/TN227M/TN227Y) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Ggiibro Straw Constructor Toys STEM Building Toys 1200Pcs Toys Aged for 3 4 5 6 7 8+ Interlocking Plastic Toys Engineering Toys Thin Tube Blocks Toy Educational Toy Kit for Classroom Kids Toys Set • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
24 Pcs Student Incentives Dog Tags Necklace Reading Prizes with Metal Beaded Chains Motivational Dog Tags Education Awards Assortment for Students Rewards • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Vdealen 48 Pack Mini Cube Puzzle Party Favors for Kids, 3x3x3 Magic Cube School Rewards & Classroom Prize for Students, Birthday Party Favors Easter Valentines Day Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $26.59 1 $26.59
Phomemo Label Makers D30 with 3 Adhesive Label Thermal Paper Bluetooth Label Maker Thermal Label Printer Paper, Easy to Use,for Home Office School Organization,Rechargable- Grey • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Teacher Created Resources Teacher Created Resource Plastic Treasure Chest - Grades 1-12 - Adult • School Specialty $25.04 1 $25.04
112 PCS Pop Party Favors Toys for Kids,Premium Pop Fidget Toys for All Ages Kids,Assortment Pinata Stuffers,Classroom prizes,Prize Box Toys,Goody Bag Fillers,Carnival Prizes for Boys and Girls 4-10 • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
ArtCreativity Color Tinted Crystal Yoyos for Kids, Pack of 12, Plastic Yo-Yo Toys in Assorted Colors, Fun Birthday Party Favors, Goodie Bag Fillers, Holiday Stocking Stuffers, Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
36 Pack LED Light Up Fidget Spinner Wristbands Party Favors for Kids 4-8 8-12, Glow in Party Supplies, Return Gifts for Kids Birthday Halloween • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
206 PCS Party Favors for Kids 3-5 4-8-12, Fidget Toys Pack Birthday Bulk Goodie Bag Stuffers, Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Prizes for Kids • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Royal Imports 5LBS River Rocks Decorative Ornamental Pebbles, Garden Landscaping Stones, Gravel Filler for Plants, Vases, Succulents, Home Decor, Aquariums, Crafting, Animal Habitat - Small Natural • Amazon Business $15.83 1 $15.83
Mikulala 24 Pack LED Light Up Fidget Spinners Rings Halloween Party Favors for Kids, Mardi Gras Favors Prizes Box Toys Birthday Gifts Goodie Bag Stuffers,Glow in The Dark Party Supplies • Amazon Business $15.69 1 $15.69
Canlierr 28 Pcs Miniature Model Trees for Diorama Mixed Mini Tiny Fake Plastic Fall Maple Trees with 40g Faux Moss for Villages, Craft, Model Train Autumn Scenery Accessories • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Royal Imports 5LBS River Rocks Decorative Ornamental Pebbles, Garden Landscaping Stones, Gravel Filler for Plants, Vases, Succulents, Home Decor, Aquariums, Crafting, Animal Habitat - Large Natural • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Bouncy Light Up Ball for Kids - LED Flashing Spiky Sensory Toys for Kids with Autism Stress Balls for Toddlers 1-3 Light Up Toys Fidget Toys Sensory Balls Glow in The Dark for Party Favors Gifts • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
GADMEXILY 100pcs Cartoon Keychain for Kids Party Favors, Mini Cute Keyring for Classroom Prizes, Birthday Christmas Party Favors Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers Supplies, 20 Colors • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
BVEHSR 48 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy,Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
WXJ13 18 Pieces Stacking Crayons, Buildable Crayons, Stackable Colouring Pencils, 12 in 1 Wax Crayons, Building Block Colouring Crayons for Kids Office School Supplies, 12 Colors • Amazon Business $12.36 1 $12.36
Tinlade 72 Pcs Inspirational Golf Pencils with Erasers for Kids Bulk Students Gifts from Teacher Presharpened Neon Mini Motivational Quotes Half Pencils for Back to School Graduation Party Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
B1ykin 112Pcs Diversity Strength Bulletin Board Classroom Name Tags Decoration Set, Diverse Children Cutout Borders, Our Diversity is Our Strength Wall Chalkboard Party Supplies for Elementary School • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
6 Pieces Colorful Inspirational Wall Decal Rainbow Positive Sayings Lettering Sticker Motivational Phrases Wall Decals Teacher Gifts for First Day of School Bedroom Classroom Kids Home Decoration • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
BAIVYLE Safari Animals Figures Toys-53 Piece Mini Realistic Wild Vinyl Plastic Farm Animal Toys Set, Animal Party Favors Zoo Animals Toys for Kids 3-5 , Forest Animal Cake Toppers • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
AsodSway Back to School 137Pcs Light Bulb Bulletin Board Cutouts Classroom Decoration First Day of School We Shine Brighter Together Characters&Light Bulb Pattern Inspire Student Study Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
Phomemo D30 D35 Label Marker Purple Case with 6 Rolls of Color Combo Set Label Tapes, Waterproof Storage Bag with Black on White Clear Starry Sky Label Tapes, Sticker Thermal Paper Self-Adhesive • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
sencoo 6 pack 10-in-1 Multicolor Ballpoint Pen 10 Colors Cute Cartoon Barrel Ballpoint Pen for Office School Supplies Students Prize Unicorn Flamingo Pig Animal Children Gift • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
OuMuaMua 60Pcs Sea Animal Figure Toys - Plastic Mini Ocean Creatures for Kids, Toddlers - Bath and Educational Preschool Favors • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
48 Pcs Happy Birthday Slap Bracelets for Kids Birthday Party Slap Bracelets Bulk Snap Bracelet Party Favors Supplies for kids&teens Gifts Teacher Classroom School Favors Prizes Exchanging Gifts • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
64 Pack Bubble Wand 8 Style with Gift Box, Mini Bubbles Party Favor Stick Set for Kid Girl Boy, Dinosaur Toy Bulk Supplies for Birthday Prizes Box Filler, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Wedding Bath Time Toys • Amazon Business $8.48 1 $8.48
Teacher Created Resources Polka Dot Numbers Stickers (3567) • Amazon Business $6.70 1 $6.70
480 PCS Polka Dot 1-40 Numbers Stickers for Office, Classroom, Organizing (Each Measures 1" in Diameter) • Amazon Business $5.93 1 $5.93
9527 Product 10 UP Sticker Labels, 2x4 inches FBA Shipping Address Labels for Laser/Ink Jet Printer, 30 Sheets Total 300 Labels • Amazon Business $5.52 1 $5.52
The Three R's: Reuse, Reduce, Recycle: An Environmental Protection Kids Science Book (Social Emotional Learning, Growth Mindset, Classroom and ... Supplies) (What Do You Know About? Books) • Amazon Business $5.50 1 $5.50

Materials cost

$599.10

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$640.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$113.05

Total project goal

$753.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $753.64

12 Donors

-$578.58

Donations toward project cost

-$522.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.79

Matching donations from our partners

-$138.59

Match offers toward project cost

-$117.80

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.79

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$36.47

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