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Ms. James from Gainesville, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Handwriting Heroes

Help me give my students access to engaging letter formation stories to improve their handwriting.

  • $179 goal

This project expired on September 30, 2023.

This project expired on September 30, 2023.

My Project

One of the areas where my students need support is with handwriting. While some students naturally excel at this skill, others struggle, and it can be a source of frustration. That's why I am excited to introduce the Handwriting Heroes curriculum to our classroom.

With these materials, my students will benefit from a fun and engaging approach to handwriting that will build their confidence and enhance their skills.

The program uses innovative visuals, music, and animations to make the learning experience enjoyable and memorable.

I can already picture the lessons we'll teach using the Handwriting Heroes curriculum. I see my students smiling, laughing, and eagerly participating in activities that will enable them to develop their handwriting skills. I know that these materials will be a game-changer for them and will make a real difference in their learning outcomes.

Ms. James P.K. Yonge Development Research School 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.

Gainesville, FL View local requests

More than a third 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

18 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Access to: All Teacher Resources 1 x Student Login • Handwriting Heroes $120.00 1 $120.00

Materials cost

$120.00

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$151.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.79

Total project goal

$178.59

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