My students need origami paper and books to connect art and math.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Goldman's classroom raised $590
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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 Students
Teaching math through traditional "skill and drill" works for some students, but not most. "Empowering Students Through Art" provides opportunities for all students to gain a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.
My students are loud and proud.
Seventy-five percent of them are of Hispanic descent and are either from the Dominican Republic or Puerto Rico. The other twenty-five percent are either African American or from other Caribbean islands. Poverty and socioeconomic status are the biggest obstacles facing my students. However, many are willing to put in the effort needed to overcome some of the hurdles they face, while some are relentless in their pursuit of education.
My Project
My students will make connections to geometry by experiencing the ancient art of folding paper, origami. They will use the requested origami paper and origami books as they analyze and create geometric solids known as polyhedrons and have a firm understanding of the mathematics behind their creations. Through hands-on creations even the less articulate math students can blossom and flourish.
The ancient art of origami provides many opportunities for learning.
Students will create geometric solids and understand the math behind those shapes, but they will also be able to unleash their artistic abilities by creating other interesting designs. Best of all, origami teaches patience, tolerance, and perseverance...something we could all use a little more of.
Nearly all 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
Origami Paper Special - 500 Sheet Economy Pack - 6 Inch Square Sheets - 20 Vivid Colors - 100 Design Ebook Included! (please check the back of the cover)
• Amazon Business
$16.98
10
$169.80
Origami Paper, 1000 sheets, 2 3/4 inches square ( 7 by 7 cm, or about 2 3/4 inches by 2 3/4 inches )
• Amazon Business
$6.98
20
$139.60
Yasutomo Fold Ems Non-Toxic Square Origami Paper, 5-7/8 X 5-7/8 in, Assorted Metallic Color, Pack of 36
• Amazon Business
$6.37
10
$63.70
Japanese Origami Folding Paper Case Box #4006 by Daniel's House
• Amazon Business
$5.49
8
$43.92
Geometric Origami (Origami Books)
• Amazon Business
$15.94
1
$15.94
Origami and Math: Simple to Complex (Dover Origami Papercraft)
• Amazon Business
$12.35
1
$12.35
Dover Publications-Beginner's Book Of Modular Origami
• Amazon Business
$9.80
1
$9.80
Geometric Origami Mini Kit: Folded Paper Fun for Kids & Adults! [Origami Kit with Book, 48 Papers, & DVD]
• Amazon Business
$8.89
1
$8.89
Materials cost
$464.00
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.96
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$500.96
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$88.40
Total project goal
$589.36
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$589.36
8 Donors
-$408.13
Donations toward project cost
-$358.16
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$49.97
match offer
-$168.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$142.80
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 Mr. Goldman and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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