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Ms. Simonds from Woodbridge, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Curiosity: STEAM Books for Our STEAM Lab

Help me give my students STEAM books for the STEAM lab, fostering curiosity, hands-on learning, and equity while empowering our diverse group of students.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Simonds's classroom raised $275

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our dynamic STEAM lab, students explore the fascinating worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. However, our bookshelves are craving fresh inspiration! By requesting STEAM books and an activity kit, we aim to ignite curiosity, deepen understanding, and empower our young learners to dream big.

With your generous contribution, we'll acquire a diverse collection of STEAM books that cover topics like robotics, space exploration, coding, and environmental science.

These books will serve as windows to new ideas, sparking creativity and critical thinking. Imagine students huddled together, engrossed in tales of inventors, problem-solving heroes, and groundbreaking discoveries!

We want to broaden our students’ horizons beyond the classroom. STEAM books will transport them to distant galaxies, microscopic realms, and historical breakthroughs. These books won’t gather dust; they’ll be catalysts for hands-on experiments, collaborative projects, and lively discussions.

Every student deserves access to quality STEAM resources. Your support bridges gaps and ensures that all learners can explore their passions.

Our students are curious, resilient, and full of potential. They come from diverse backgrounds, bringing unique perspectives to our STEAM lab. Whether they’re budding engineers, aspiring artists, or future scientists, they all share a hunger for knowledge. Your donation will empower them to reach for the stars - literally and metaphorically! Thank you for championing education and helping us create a vibrant learning environment. Together, we’ll nurture the next generation of innovators!

Ms. Simonds Springwoods Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Woodbridge, VA View local requests

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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sonia's Digital World (Iste Young Innovators) • Amazon Business $19.27 1 $19.27
The Girl Who Named Pluto: The Story of Venetia Burney • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
LEGO Chain Reactions (Klutz Science/STEM Activity Kit), 9" Length x 1.06" Width x 10" Height • Amazon Business $18.19 1 $18.19
Building a Dream: How the Boys of Koh Panyee Became Champions (Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers (SSCR)) • Amazon Business $17.45 1 $17.45
Be a Maker • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons • Amazon Business $12.01 1 $12.01
Not a Stick (Not a Box) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel • Amazon Business $11.64 1 $11.64
Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist (Women in Science Books, Marine Biology for Kids, Shark Gifts) • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
My Mouth is a Volcano Activity and Idea Book: Activities to Help Children Stop Interrupting • Amazon Business $8.24 1 $8.24
Too Much Glue • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
The Girl With a Mind For Math: The Story of Raye Montague (Amazing Scientists) • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
Friendbots: Blink and Block Make a Wish (I Can Read Comics Level 2) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Friendbots: Blink and Block Build a Fort (I Can Read Comics Level 2) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Friendbots: Blink and Block Bug Each Other (I Can Read Comics Level 2) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin (Amazing Scientists, 1) • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49
Friendbots: Blink and Block Make a Wish • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Sydney & Simon: Full Steam Ahead! • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$200.70

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$233.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.24

Total project goal

$274.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $274.95

2 Donors

-$216.63

Donations toward project cost

-$184.14

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.49

match offer

-$58.32

Match offer toward project cost

-$49.57

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$8.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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