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Ms. Kirschenbaum from Washington DC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Learning Materials

Help me give my students hands-on materials including sand trays, sand, and dry erase markers.

  • 1 donor
  • $676 still needed

expires Sep 07

  • 1 donor
  • $676 still needed
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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Our literacy data is on the rise! Our students love coming to school and look forward to special small group learning experiences with their teachers. This project will provide materials to support students’ engagement in learning at the small group table. Students will use the sand trays to practice forming letters and spelling words in a tactile way. The use of sand trays can serve as a dynamic tool for teaching alphabet formation, enabling students to engage in hands-on activities that foster sensory exploration and fine motor development. Through this interactive approach, children can practice shaping letters in a playful and engaging manner, promoting a deeper understanding of letter recognition and formation. I believe that the introduction of sand trays will not only enrich our curriculum, but also create a stimulating and enjoyable learning environment in for our young learners. Your support in providing these materials would greatly contribute to the holistic development of our students.

Ms. Kirschenbaum
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Samsill Earth's Choice Biobased 1 1/2" 3-Ring View Binders, White, 4/Pack (I08957) • Quill.com $32.39 5 $161.95
10 PCS Multicolor Plastic Art Trays,Activity Plastic Tray,Serving Tray for Art and Crafts,Painting,Beads,Organizing Supply(5 Color) • Amazon Business $12.99 7 $90.93
cloudriver Dry Erase Markers 128 Pack, Black Whiteboard Markers, Fine Tip, Low Odor, Bulk Dry Erase Marker For Office, home and School Supplies • Amazon Business $23.59 3 $70.77
8.5" x 11" Copy Paper, 20 lbs., 92 Brightness, 500 Sheets/Ream, 10 Reams/Carton (324791) • Quill.com $59.39 1 $59.39
Amazon Basics Plastic Clipboards, Pack of 6, Letter, Assorted Color • Amazon Business $12.14 4 $48.56
Amazon Basics 8-Tab Binder Divider, White Label Dividers with Easy Peel, 4-Pack • Amazon Business $6.84 6 $41.04
Sandtastik Colored Sand Classroom Pack, 1 Pound Bags, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $25.42 1 $25.42
Staples Brights Multipurpose Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Orange 500/Ream (20108) • Staples $17.58 1 $17.58
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Gray Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 102889R • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Lilac Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 102269C • Amazon Business $10.01 1 $10.01
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Goldenrod Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103168R • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Canary Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103341R, 1 Ream | 500 Sheets, Letter (8.5x11) • Amazon Business $9.65 1 $9.65
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Green Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103366R • Amazon Business $9.17 1 $9.17
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Blue Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103309R • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20lb Pink Printer Paper, 8-1/2 x 11- 1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 103382R • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29

Materials cost

$582.91

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.54

Sales tax

 $34.97

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$659.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.32

Total project goal

$775.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $775.48

1 Donor

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $675.48

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