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
After 18 rewarding years as a K–5 Title Reading Specialist, I’m excited to return to the classroom as a kindergarten teacher. Working directly with young learners has always been a passion of mine—I love supporting their growth across all subject areas with problem-solving skills. While this project will help me gather the essential tools to launch my new kindergarten classroom, the true impact will be felt by my students as they start their day as innovators.
Using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in kindergarten is important because it lays a strong foundation for critical thinking, problem-solving, and curiosity-driven learning from an early age.
Resources like tinker toys, gears, magnets, and marble runs will offer my students a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities through play and exploration. These engaging tools will not only spark curiosity and encourage them to ask questions about how things work but will also help strengthen their collaboration and communication skills as they work together and share ideas.
As I embark on this new journey in my teaching career, I’m especially passionate about nurturing creativity through fun, hands-on experiences. Young learners will inevitably face challenges—and that’s where the real learning happens. I aim to create an environment where students understand that mistakes are part of the process and that perseverance leads to growth. With your support, my students will have the opportunity to explore, ask questions, and discover how things work. Thank you for helping me create a classroom that will inspire and support young minds for years to come!
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
Kaplan Early Learning STEM Builder Series Build an Animal
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$47.66
1
$47.66
K’NEX Education – Kid K’NEX Group Building Set – 131 Pieces – Ages 3+ – Preschool Educational Toy
• Amazon Business
$44.50
1
$44.50
Hape Quadrilla Race to Finish Wooden Blocks with Marble Run Play
• Amazon Business
$37.99
1
$37.99
HAPE Wooden Marble Run Race Track - 81 Pieces
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$35.96
1
$35.96
Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Beginner?s Building Set (LER9162)
• Quill.com
$27.53
1
$27.53
54 PCS Magnetic Blocks, Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3+, Montessori Toys, Magnetic Cubes, Preschool STEM Educational Sensory Magnet Toys for Kids Ages 3-5 Year Old Boys and Girls
• Amazon Business
$26.59
1
$26.59
Brain Flakes 500 Piece Set, Ages 3+, Interlocking Plastic Disc Toy for Creative Building, Educational STEM Learning, Construction Block Play for Kids, Teens, Adults, Boys, and Girls
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers -Ages 5+, Magnet Movers, Critical Thinking Skills, STEM Certified Toys, Magnets Kids,Magnet Set,Back to School Supplies,39 Pieces
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Skoolzy 120 Pcs Plastic Chain Links Rainbow - Math Links for Preschoolers, Math Manipulatives for Early Learning, Perfect for Classroom Activities, Fine Motor Skill Development
• Amazon Business
$14.85
1
$14.85
Brain Flakes 16 Wheels and 8 Axles Tube-Go Set Add-On Travel Kit - Build Cars, Trucks, Anything That Spins - Compatible Brand Discs - A Great STEM Toy
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Materials cost
$493.21
Vendor shipping charges
$8.50
Sales tax
$34.77
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.40
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$573.88
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$101.27
Total project goal
$675.15
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$675.15
1 Donor
-$286.94
Donations toward project cost
-$286.94
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$337.58
Match offer toward project cost
-$286.94
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 Mrs. Kimberly Currie and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
