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Mr. Nathaniel from Kansas City, MO is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing in the Rainforest (Take 2)!

Help me give my students an instant camera, a storage cart, curtains, and other decorative supplies for an experience learning in a nature-inspired, inspiring environment!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Nathaniel's classroom raised $729

This project is fully funded

My Project

Greetings from the Courageous Caterpillar room! Our last project, Let’s Learn and Grow in the Rainforest!, needed to be changed to allow for donations to go farther! Here is Take 2!

If you donated for the first project, your donation should be returned.

We would appreciate your help again! Our mission is to create an opportunity for family, friends, and others contribute to the educational and social/emotional needs of out students.

We will accomplish these goals by creating a rainforest-themed calming environment. By infusing our spaces with elements of the rainforest, we aim to foster a sense of curiosity that will positively impact our students' learning experiences.

Donations enable us to introduce sensory opportunities that our 3- to 5-year-old students need. Our classroom would not be complete without various supplies. The items ensure that students have access to the tools they need for learning and creativity.

Lastly, your donations could help us purchase a class camera. With the addition of a class camera and printer, students will have the opportunity to see themselves on display, reinforcing their sense of pride and accomplishment. We will even give them an opportunity to use the camera to promote responsibility.

Our project is an opportunity to empower our young learners to explore, grow, and thrive in our classroom environment. Many of our students face limitations in their learning resources at home, and your support can make a significant difference in their educational journey.

Thanks in advance for any support you may offer us, whether you donate or share the project on social media!

Mr. Nathaniel Emmanuel Family & Child Center Head Start Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FujiFilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera + Fujifilm Instax Mini Film (60 Sheets) Bundle with Deals Number One Accessories Including Carrying Case, Selfie Lens, Photo Album (Lime Green) • Amazon Business $149.95 1 $149.95
Topment Plastic Boxes 15 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use • Amazon Business $78.64 1 $78.64
SpaceDresser Sheer Voile Window Treatment Rod Pocket Curtain Panels for Kitchen Bedroom Living Room Drapes Sunlight Filtering Privacy Semi Home Decor Assorted (Foliage Green, 52 W x 72 L) • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Lightahead Artificial Tropical Fish Decorative Sensory Aquarium Lamp Virtual Ocean in Motion (Marine Life A) • Amazon Business $32.98 1 $32.98
Adorox 7.5 Ft Metal Arch (Two Way Assemble) for Wedding Garden Bridal Party Decoration Arbor (Green) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Crayola Crayons Assorted Colors 24/Box (523024) • Staples $1.38 20 $27.60
12 Pieces Mini Stuffed Forest Animals Jungle Animal Plush Toys in 4.8 Inch Cute Plush Elephant Lion Giraffe Tiger Plush for Animal Themed Parties Student Achievement Award (Standing) • Amazon Business $23.59 1 $23.59
Dilycery 120 Pcs Party Favors Toy for Kids, Treasure Box Carnival Prizes for Classroom School Rewards, Christmas Stocking Stuffers, Goodie Bag Pinata Fillers Bulk Toys for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $22.97 1 $22.97
Star Projector Galaxy Light Projector with Remote & Bluetooth Speaker, Multiple Colors Dynamic Projections Night Light Projector for Kids Adults Bedroom, Space Lights for Bedroom Decor Aesthetic • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
COCOBOO 3 Packs Fake Plants, Small Artificial Plants with Plastic Pots, Fake Potted Desk Plants for Office Home Shelf Decor Indoor Outdoor • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Keebor Basic Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers Black, Bulk of 72 Pack Low-Odor Whiteboard Markers, Office & School Supplies • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
WATINC Insect Teaching Felt Board Story Set 3.5 Ft 45Pcs Preschool Bug Animals Caterpillar Bee Butterfly Dragonfly Storytelling Flannel Early Learning Play Kit Wall Hanging Gift for Toddlers • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
96 Pcs Artificial Tropical Jungle Leaves Party Decor Palm Leaves Monstera Leaves Safari Leaves Luau Party Decorations • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Arteza Kids Play Dough, 12 Vibrant Colors, 2.8-oz Tubs, Soft, Air-Tight Containers, Art Supplies for Kids Crafts and Playtime Activities • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Comtelek 168 FT Artificial Ivy 24 Pack Ivy Vine Garland Ivy Leaves Greenery Garlands Clip Hanging Fake Leaf Plants Faux Green Flowers Decor Home Kitchen Garden Office Wedding Wall • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Innorock Flower Garden Building Toys for Girls - Flower Stacking Toys for Toddlers, STEM Toys, School Educational Activity, Kids Crafts, Birthday Gifts for Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Girl Gift • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Scotch Sure-Start Packing Tape with Dispenser 1.88 x 22.2 yds. Clear 6/Pack (145-6) • Staples $12.05 1 $12.05
Under the Sea - Silicone Touch and Feel Board Book - Sensory Board Book • Amazon Business $9.17 1 $9.17
Heansun 80 PCS 3D Butterfly Wall Decor, 4 Styles Butterfly Wall Decals Removable Mural Stickers Butterfly Decorations for Home Room Bedroom Nursery Decor • Amazon Business $5.09 1 $5.09

Materials cost

$580.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$619.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.34

Total project goal

$728.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$728.95

4 Donors

-$653.95

Donations toward project cost

-$619.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.34

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$75.00

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$0.00

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