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Mrs. Johnson from Lufkin, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Learning!

Help me give my students hands-on learning experiences. Kindergarteners learn best when they can manipulate.

  • $406 goal

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My Project

I teach very curious and active kindergarteners. Hands-on activities help keep students engaged. When they are able to move, build, and create on their own, the learning experience is much more meaningful. Kids need to be able to figure out how things work and create through trial and error. These activities (sand, blocks, magnetic money) can also help give students a sense of pride in creating something on their own. Instead of just listening and watching the teacher model, kids can actually take part in the learning process on their own. We learn best from actual experiences!

Mrs. Johnson Herty Primary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

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Nearly all 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
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
Brain Blox Natural Wooden Blocks for Kids Ages 4-8 - Montessori Blocks for Hands-on Learning - STEM and Architecture for Kids (100 Building Blocks) • Amazon Business $34.95 1 $34.95
48 PCS Large Double-Sided Magnetic Money - Play Money for Kids for Learning, Pretend Money for Classroom, Toy Money, Play Coins for Kids, Money Games, Practice, Money Manipulatives, Class Money Set • Amazon Business $31.60 1 $31.60
Childcraft Manipulative Number Bots, Set of 10 • School Specialty $26.02 1 $26.02
Huaker Building Toys, 109 Piece STEM Toys for Kids Ages 3-12, Easy to Build, Large Storage Box, Excellent Education and Learning Toys • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Coogam Wooden Short Vowel Spelling Games, Learn to Spell CVC Sight Words Educational Flashcards Fine Motor Montessori Alphabet Toy Gift for Kids 3 4 5 Years Old • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Coogam Magnetic Ten-Frame Set, Math Manipulative EVA Number Counting Games, Montessori Educational Toy Gift for Kindergarten Classroom Kids 3 4 5 Year Old • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Aizweb CVC Word Game,Mini Pop Board Fidget Sensory Toy Pack for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Supplies,Montessori Phonics Games Flash Cards,Education Reading Manipulative Spelling Learning • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
BrainSpark Digit Blocks 48 Pieces Black White and Grey Magnetic Cubes Building Set, Magnetic Blocks for Kids • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers -Ages 5+,39 Pieces, Magnet Movers, Critical Thinking Skills, STEM Certified Toys, Magnets Kids,Magnet Set • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Brainometry - 34 Pieces, Ages 5+ STEM Toys for Kids, Brain Teaser Toys and Games, Kindergarten Games • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Lakeshore Sight-Word Practice Rings - Level 1 - Each • Lakeshore Learning Materials $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$307.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$344.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.85

Total project goal

$405.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $405.68

1 Donor

-$405.68

Donations toward project cost

-$344.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.85

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