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Ms. Avalos from Richmond, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Learning Tools for My 2nd Grade Scholars

Help me give my students the enrichment materials and classroom basics they need to succeed!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Avalos's classroom raised $577

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate 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 Project

As a 2nd grade teacher, I strive to create an engaging, interactive learning environment that caters to the diverse needs and learning styles of my students. To support their growth in both academics and social-emotional development, I am requesting Magna Tiles, Duplo Legos, Expo markers, number line charts, pocket charts, sight word charts, chair gliders, and a Connect 4 game. These materials will allow students to explore math and literacy concepts in hands-on ways, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Magna Tiles and Duplo Legos, for example, will help students visualize geometric shapes and develop spatial awareness, while pocket charts and sight word charts will reinforce literacy skills by providing visual cues for reading and writing practice.

The goal of this project is to provide my students with tools that will enhance their learning experiences and make abstract concepts more accessible.

By incorporating interactive and tactile resources like number line charts and Expo markers, students can engage more deeply in lessons, whether they are practicing math problems, constructing sentences, or building their reading fluency. I also aim to create a positive classroom environment where students feel comfortable and focused. Chair gliders will allow for quiet movement, helping students stay engaged without distractions, and the Connect 4 game will promote teamwork, problem-solving, and respectful play. This combination of academic and social-emotional tools will allow students to grow both individually and as part of a collaborative classroom community.

These materials will provide my students with the opportunities they need to engage deeply with learning, collaborate with their peers, and build confidence in their abilities. Thank you for your consideration and support!

Ms. Avalos Sheldon 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.

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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
MAGNA-TILES Metropolis 110-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
Fuzzy Feet Chair Glide [100 Count] Made in The USA | Noise Cancelling Long Lasting Floor Protection | Heavy Duty Breathable Latex-Free Anti-Rust Design | Easy to Apply Teacher Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
LEGO DUPLO Town Dream Playground 10991 Building Toy Set for Toddlers, Boys and Girls, Hands-on STEM Learning About Letters and Numbers Through Imaginative Play • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO DUPLO Classic Brick Box - 10913 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $35.96 1 $35.96
LEGO DUPLO Classic Heart Box, First Bricks Building Toy, Educational Activity and Development Set, Early Learning Toys for Toddlers 1.5-3 Years Old, 10909 • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $22.80 1 $22.80
Essex Wares - 13" Wide x 17" Tall Tabletop Pocket Chart, Black - Double Sided with 5 Straps Each- Ultra-Durable Pocket Chart Stand for Classroom - Easy to Use, Reusable & Foldable Tabletop Chart Stand • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Essex Wares - 9" Wide x 11" Tall Tabletop Pocket Chart, Black - Double Sided with 5 Straps Each - Ultra-Durable Pocket Chart Stand for Classroom - Easy to Use, Reusable & Foldable Tabletop Chart Stand • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Educational Posters Sight Words and Word Families Posters Educational Charts, Classroom Posters and Decorations Learning Posters for Preschool, Kindergarten, Nursery, Homeschool, Playroom Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
32 Pack Dry Erase Number Line Board Card Lapboard Double Sided Writable and Erasable Board Card Featuring 0-10 Number Line On One Side 0-20 On The Other for Kids Students Math Manipulatives (11.5”x4”) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$415.66

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$38.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$489.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.46

Total project goal

$576.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$576.38

7 Donors

-$467.55

Donations toward project cost

-$404.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.63

Matching donations from our partners

-$100.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.83

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$0.00

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