From Microscopes to Machines: Big STEM Adventures for Little Scientists!
Help me give my students tools to explore the exciting world around them
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Taci's classroom raised $511
This project is fully funded
My Project
My students are curious, energetic, and eager to learn about the world around them. They love exploring new ideas but often struggle to understand big, abstract concepts like the Earth’s rotation or how weather works. In our classroom, we rely on hands-on learning because my students need to see, touch, and experience things in order to really grasp them. This project will give us the tools we need to dive into science in a way that makes sense. With materials like simple machines, weather tools, food chain models, and microscopes, my students will be able to explore through active learning. These tools will help them connect ideas deepen their understanding of the world.
Right now, most of our science materials come from the discard piles of other teachers or things I’ve purchased.
My students deserve the best tools for learning. We make do with what we have, but it's not enough. My students have big learning challenges and work hard every day to overcome them. They need high-quality, hands-on science tools to truly engage with these important topics. They’re not just learning about weather or machines, they’re learning to think critically, solve problems, and ask questions about how things work. These experiences will help them build confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning.
My goal for this project is to give my students meaningful opportunities to explore science with tools that are designed for their learning needs. These materials will allow us to make lessons come alive. Instead of just hearing about the food chain, they’ll build it. Instead of reading about Earth’s rotation, they’ll model it. I want every student to feel that spark of curiosity and discovery that comes from hands-on science. My students are bright, determined, and capable of amazing things when given the right opportunities!
More than a third 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
Kaplan Early Learning Weather Bear Set With Clothes
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$55.76
1
$55.76
Microscope for Kids, Microscope Kit LED 40X-1200X Magnification Kids Science Toys, Microscope Slides with Specimens for Kids,Students Microscope STEM Kit
• Amazon Business
$27.80
2
$55.60
Solobo Toys: SPIN & DROP Bundle - Weather + Color Wheels (2024 Top Holiday Toy Insider, Montessori inspired toys, tactile learning, practical life)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$46.00
1
$46.00
PRIMARY SCIENCE JUMBO EYEDROPPERS
• Teachers' School Supply
$18.99
2
$37.98
Ecosystems Food Chains and Food Learning Center Game
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
Science Can Solar System for Kids, Talking Astronomy Solar System Model Kit, Planetarium Projector with 8 Planets STEM Space Toys for 3 4 5+ Years Old Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
Learning Resources Explore the Weather Counters
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$19.76
1
$19.76
Materials cost
$384.75
Vendor shipping charges
$13.80
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$434.32
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$76.64
Total project goal
$510.96
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$510.96
1 Donor
-$255.48
Donations toward project cost
-$217.16
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$38.32
match offer
-$255.48
Match offer toward project cost
-$217.16
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 Ms. Taci and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
