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Mrs. Branch from Fort Worth TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

He Blinded Me With Science

Help me give my students a gyroscope, a terrarium, magnets hands-science experiences and more, that our curriculum does not supply.

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Neill deGrasse Tyson famously said that the reason that he is the renowned astrophysicist that he is is because of his teachers. He doesn't name them but says that they noticed his interest in science, and gave him books and resources to sate his curiosity. Our curriculum for math and reading is phenomenal for teaching kids number sense and learning to read. However, they fall a tiny bit short when it comes to the sciences.

Last year, an ELAR lesson segued us to a video about the gyroscope.

My students were mesmerized! They sat and watched it non-stop. I'd say with the same fascination that DeGrasse Tyson had when his teacher saw that he liked science. I'd like to set up a science center in the room for my kinders. The gyroscope will be the centerpiece, along with a terrarium, magnets, and a photo of Neil deGrass Tyson himself for good measure!

Mrs. Branch
Grades PreK-2

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DjuiinoStar Heavy Duty Gyroscope (Solid Stainless Steel Rotor): Initial Speed 8,000 RPM, Sturdy and Stable; Provides Very Good Gaming Experience; High-End Office Toy, Addictive Science Gear DG-5PRO-02 • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Root Viewer Kit for Kids - Grow Your Own Plant for Boys & Girls - Science STEM Toy & Craft Growing Kits for Ages 4-8 Birthday Easter Gifts for Boy, Girls 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Year Old - Gardening Set Toys • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
Thames & Kosmos Magnetic Science | 33 STEM Experiments | Ages 8+ | Learn About Earth’s Magnetic Poles | Discover How Invisible Magnetic Fields Work | Full-Color 48-Page Manual • Amazon Business $33.02 1 $33.02
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Light Up Terrarium Kit for Kids - Build a Dinosaur Habitat with Real Plants & Fossils, Science Kit, Dinosaur Toys for Kids (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game and STEM Toy for Boys and Girls Age 8 and Up: Toy of the Year Award Winner • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
24 Pcs Mini Magnetic Drawing Boards Doodle Board for Kids Backpack Keychain Clip Drawing Board Erasable Sketch and Painting Pad for Classroom Rewards Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers (Classic Style) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Crayola Eraser Maker, DIY Craft Kit, Gift for Kids, 8, 9, 10, 11 • Amazon Business $26.00 1 $26.00
Crayola Air Marker Sprayer Airbrush Kit, Gift for Kids Age 8, 9, 10 • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Play-Doh Grown Up Scents Multipack of Scented Modeling Compound for Adults, 6 Assorted Colors and Smells, Funny Gift or Party Favor for Men and Women • Amazon Business $12.58 2 $25.16
CraCycle DIY 4 Giant Crayons, Craft Project, Gift Maker, 2 Silicone Molds & Complete Accessories to Make 4 Giant Crayons in a Giant Crayon Box, Reusable • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
100 Sheets 12” x 12” Pink Palette Cardstock Paper by Recollections - Acid and Lignin Free Paper for Scrapbooks, Arts & Crafts - 1 Pack • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Play-Doh Ultimate Color Collection 65-Pack of Modeling Compound, Non-Toxic, 1-Ounce Fun Size Cans, Includes Sapphire, Sparkle, Confetti, Metallic Colors, and Color Burst (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Double-sided Pink Cardstock Paper - Goefun 24 Sheets 12x12 Glossy Cardstock, 300 GMS/110LB Pink Glitter Cardstock for Cricut Machine, Cake Decoration, Weddings • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Maxx Bubbles 24 Pack Bubble Wands – Big Bubble Wand Toy | Value Pack of 24 Pieces | Bulk Summer Party Favor – Sunny Days Entertainment • Amazon Business $18.62 1 $18.62
Spinning Top Anti-Gravity Gyroscope Spinning Toy with LED Light Multi-Play Way Cool Toy for 3 4 5 6 7 8 Years Old Boys and Girls, Great for Birthday Easter Gifts • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Dizdkizd Fall Leaf Washi Tape Stickers for Card Making, Arts and Crafts Projects, Scrapbooking, Journaling, Collage - 400 Pieces (8 Rolls) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Vintage Tin Signs Neil deGrasse Tyson Pop Art Illustration - Science Icon Home Decor in Poster Print or Canvas Art Metal Signs Poster Wall Decor Design for Cafes Bar Pub Beer Club Wall Home Decor • Amazon Business $13.88 1 $13.88
Learning Resources STEM Explorers -Ages 5+,39 Pieces, Magnet Movers, Critical Thinking Skills, STEM Certified Toys, Magnets Kids,Magnet Set • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Kellogg's Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Kids Snacks, Mega Pack, Variety Pack, 30.1oz Box (30 Packs) • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86

Materials cost

$466.69

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$503.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.89

Total project goal

$592.58

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Total project goal

 $592.58

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 $592.58

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