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Mrs. Bantsolas from South Holland, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Learn To Read!

Help me give my students alphabet file games, letter recognition games and alphabet match games to learn the alphabet.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Bantsolas's classroom raised $156

This project is fully funded

My Project

Alphabet games are essential tools for early childhood education, fostering letter recognition and language development. File folder games, alphabet match puzzles, and letter recognition centers are engaging activities that make learning enjoyable for young learners.

File folder games are interactive and portable.

Create alphabet-themed file folders with activities like matching uppercase and lowercase letters, tracing letters, or sorting objects that begin with specific letters. These games can be easily stored and reused, making them convenient for both educators and parents.

Alphabet match puzzles provide a hands-on approach to letter recognition. Design puzzles with pairs of matching letters, encouraging children to connect uppercase and lowercase counterparts. This tactile experience enhances fine motor skills while reinforcing the association between different letter forms.

Letter recognition centers are designated spaces where children can explore and practice identifying letters through various activities. Incorporate sensory elements like textured letters, letter magnets, or alphabet charts. Rotating activities in these centers keeps the learning experience dynamic and engaging.

In summary, these alphabet games offer diverse approaches to support early literacy skills. Whether through file folder games, puzzles, or dedicated centers, educators and parents can create a stimulating environment that nurtures a child's understanding of the alphabet.

Mrs. Bantsolas ABLE Program Grades PreK-2

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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 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

15 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Letter Recognition Instant Learning Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Alphabet Folder Game Library - Pre K-K • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Trend Enterprises Alphabet Match Me Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $20.66 1 $20.66

Materials cost

$100.64

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$132.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.32

Total project goal

$155.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $155.47

2 Donors

-$155.47

Donations toward project cost

-$132.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.32

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 $0.00

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