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Ms. Yoshie from Honolulu, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Together: Cultural Learning & Life Skills Development

Help me give my students cultural learning materials, sensory toys, and reading materials.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Yoshie's classroom raised $325

This project is fully funded

My Project

Each of my students brings something special to our learning community, and I'm committed to providing them with the tools they need to thrive both culturally and functionally.

The materials in this project will make a profound difference in several key areas:

Calligraphy Materials:

Through hands-on practice, students will develop fine motor skills while gaining deep appreciation for this cultural art form. This immersive experience helps build cultural awareness and respect in a way that mere observation cannot match.

Adaptive Learning Dolls:

These specialized dolls serve as crucial teaching tools for developing independence. Students can practice essential dressing skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. The dolls provide immediate feedback and build confidence as students master various fasteners and clothing types

This practical learning directly translates to increased self-sufficiency in daily life.

Chewing Toys:

Many of our students benefit from appropriate sensory tools. These items help students focus and maintain engagement during learning activities. Due to frequent use, we need to regularly replace these essential tools to maintain hygiene and effectiveness.

Time Management Tools:

These resources help students visualize and understand the concept of time

Students learn to transition between activities more smoothly.

My goals for this project are to:

Foster cultural understanding and appreciation through hands-on experiences

Develop essential life skills that promote independence

Support sensory needs to enhance learning readiness

Build time management capabilities for better daily functioning

What makes my students special is their determination to learn and grow despite challenges. Each small success - whether it's mastering a new skill or showing interest in a different culture - is a celebration of their persistence and courage. These materials will help create an inclusive learning environment where every student can progress at their own pace while developing both practical skills and cultural awareness.

Ms. Yoshie Ala Wai Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Honolulu, HI View local requests

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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yasutomo Bamboo Calligraphy Brush - Size 4 • Blick Art Materials $3.58 10 $35.80
Lakeshore Little Blue Truck Storytelling Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Energizer Ultimate Lithium AAA L92 Size Batteries - 12 Count (Pack of 1) -"Bulk Packaging" • Amazon Business $29.70 1 $29.70
Playskool Dressy Kids Doll with Black Hair and Hat, Activity Plush Toy with Zipper, Shoelace, Button, for Kids Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $11.30 2 $22.60
Lincia 840 Sheets Origami Paper Kit 20 Colors 6 x 6 Inch Colorful Folding Paper Japanese Washi Origami Cherry Blossom Paper Double Sided Origami Square Sheets Origami Book for Beginners Adults Kids • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud/Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
The Big Race. Who will Finish First?: The Funniest Bedtime ABC Book for Toddlers, I Can Read Level 1. Ages 3 to 6 (Monster Trucks Book for Kids) Preschool, Kindergarten • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Chewy Necklace Sensory Boys and Girls, 8 Pack Sensory Chew Necklaces for Kids with Autism, ADHD, SPD, Anxiety, Teething, Silicone Oral Motor Therapy Tools Reduce Adults Chewing, Biting • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Dianelhall 6 Pieces Water Drawing Writing Cloth Reusable Water Paper Chinese Calligraphy Mat for Students Chinese Calligraphy Practice, 17 x 13 Inches/ 43 x 33 cm • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Little Blue Truck Leads the Way Board Book • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Japanese Calligraphy Paper 80 Sheets; Made in Japan • Amazon Business $7.66 1 $7.66

Materials cost

$200.39

Vendor shipping charges

 $33.72

Sales tax

 $8.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$275.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.70

Total project goal

$324.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $324.64

1 Donor

-$162.32

Donations toward project cost

-$137.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.35

match offer

-$162.32

Match offer toward project cost

-$137.97

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.35

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