In my autism classroom- the students I service love to get dirty and interact with the world around them. The requested items—soil, nursery pots, seeds, gardening gloves, and a cookbook for garden-grown veggies—will greatly enrich the learning experience for students. Through hands-on interactive activities like planting, nurturing, and harvesting, students will deepen their understanding of plant life cycles, soil health, and sustainable gardening practices. Additionally, incorporating a cookbook will not only teach practical cooking skills but also promote healthy eating habits and environmental stewardship, aligning with the project's goals of fostering a love for nature and empowering students to make informed choices for their well-being and the planet's health.
These students' unique blend of curiosity, enthusiasm, and diversity makes them special, and that translates well to environmentalism.
Their eagerness to explore and discover, coupled with their collaborative spirit and empathy, creates an enriching learning environment. Their varied backgrounds and perspectives contribute to a sense of inclusivity and mutual respect, reflecting not only their capacity to learn but also their commitment to becoming compassionate members of their community. Your resources will be well spent on this project to empower them.
WONDER SOIL Organic Potting Soil | Ready to Plant Coco Coir Fully Loaded with Nutrients | 3 LBS Bag Expands to 12 Quarts of Indoor Outdoor Soil for Gardens & Plants | Incl Worm Castings, Perlite
• Amazon Business
$33.99
1
$33.99
MIXC Clear Plant Nursery Pots with Humidity Dome 4" Soft Transparent Plastic Gardening Pot Planting Containers Cups Planter Small Starter Seed Starting Trays for Seedling with 10pcs Plant Labels
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Juvale 8 Pack Plastic Plant Drip Trays for Planters, Pots, Rectangular Saucer Pans for Indoors, Outdoors (Terracotta Red, 6.5x12 in)
• Amazon Business
$18.04
1
$18.04
WORKPRO 6 Pairs Garden Gloves, Work Glove with Eco Latex Palm Coated, Working Gloves for Weeding, Digging, Raking and Pruning(L)
• Amazon Business
$13.98
1
$13.98
Seed Needs, Herb Seeds Variety Pack Culinary Herb Collection (12 Individual Herbs for Planting Indoors or Outdoors) Grow Your Own Organic Herb Garden - Heirloom, Non-GMO
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
What's in the Garden?: Learn Where Food Comes From (Part Cookbook, Part Gardening Book for Kids)
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Hand Shovel for Gardening Trowel Garden Tool - 3Pcs Planting Tools Small Garden Rake Ergonomic Hand Tools Set Edging Shovel Indoor Plants Tools - Gardening Tools Heavy Duty Shovel Garden Tool Set
• Amazon Business
$6.75
1
$6.75
120 pcs Plastic Plant Tags,Ishua T-Type Markers Nursery Garden Labels Stakes for Gardening Green House Humidity Dome Orchard Botanical Garden Assorted Color 2.36"x3.94"inches (6x10 cm)
• Amazon Business
$5.99
1
$5.99
Materials cost
$117.72
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$149.49
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$26.38
Total project goal
$175.87
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$175.87
2 Donors
-$92.06
Donations toward project cost
-$79.75
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$12.31
match offer
-$82.05
Match offer toward project cost
-$69.74
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 Ms. Cait and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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