Have you ever heard someone say that the best toy a child can have is a cardboard box? It really is true! The transitional kindergarten children in my class love to use carboard to make amazing creation that require them to engage in the engineering process with a variety of materials. Cutting cardboard independently is impossble for their small hands! This is why I am requesting the Chompsaw Maker Bundle. Kids can use this cardboard cutter to design and cut out their own creations. The goggles, posterboard, and other matierials will give the the opportunity to use materials to make their creations come to life.
This project aims to provide children with play-based materials and tools that engage them in serious STEAM play.
"The relation between spatial skills, or the ability to mentally manipulate shapes and objects in the environment, and math skills emphasizes the importance of spatial thinking for school readiness and success in STEM fields—science, technology, engineering." (Reimagining School Readiness, 2023)
Transitional Kindergarten aims to provide play-based experiences that engage critical thinking and promote lifelong problem-solving. Problem-solving requires children to have open-ended materials, take risks, and persevere as they acquire math skills safely.
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
Glenmal 100 Sheets of Poster Boards, Poster Board Paper, 22 x 28 Inches, Construction Paper, White, 157g Gauge, Art White Paper, Can Be Applied for Posters, Signs and Printing
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Kaplan Early Learning Child's Safety Goggles
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
AdTech Cool Tool Kit with Low-Temp Glue Gun, White - Kid-Friendly, Safe for Crafting & Projects, Lightweight & Portable for Group Events
• Amazon Business
$7.03
2
$14.06
Materials cost
$454.48
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$41.58
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.82
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$532.88
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$94.04
Total project goal
$626.92
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$626.92
3 Donors
-$313.46
Donations toward project cost
-$266.44
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$47.02
match offer
-$313.46
Match offer toward project cost
-$266.44
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Swanson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
