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Ms. Higgins from Little Rock AR is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Igniting Curiosity With Books, Math, and Creativity

Help me give my students a oppritunity to explore that learning has not boundaries.

  • 1 donor
  • $772 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Our project is designed to empower every student with the resources they need to thrive academically and personally. Here's how each requested item will make a profound difference in their learning

Reading Books: With captivating chapter books tailored to 3rd-grade interests, our students will embark on thrilling literary adventures that ignite their imaginations and deepen their reading comprehension skills.

These books serve as windows to diverse worlds, fostering empathy and understanding among our multicultural student body.Writing Utensils: The humble pen and paper are powerful tools for self-expression and communication. By providing an array of writing utensils, we equip our students with the means to articulate their thoughts, dreams, and stories, regardless of language barriers. Through writing, they develop critical thinking skills and cultivate their unique voices.

Math Manipulative's: Mathematics comes to life through hands-on exploration and discovery. Our math manipulative kits enable students to visualize abstract concepts, experiment with mathematical principles, and collaborate with peers to solve real-world problems. By making math tangible and accessible, we instill confidence and enthusiasm for numerical reasoning.

STEM Kits with a Cultural Twist:Integrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) kits that incorporate cultural elements and real-world applications relevant to the students' backgrounds. For example, explore traditional building techniques from various cultures, conduct experiments inspired by cultural celebrations, or design engineering challenges based on culturally significant structures.What makes our students truly special is their resilience, creativity, and unwavering determination to succeed against all odds. Despite facing adversity, they approach each day with optimism and enthusiasm, reminding us of the limitless possibilities that lie within each child's heart and mind.

Ms. Higgins
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
James and the Giant Peach • AKJ Education $6.56 25 $164.00
The Phantom Tollbooth • Amazon Business $5.00 25 $125.00
Robotics STEM Science Kits, Robot Building Kit for Kids, Electronic Toys Science Experiments Engineering Projects for Girls, DIY Activities STEM Robots for Boys to Build, Gifts for Boy & Girl • Amazon Business $19.99 5 $99.95
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks STEM Magnet Blocks Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls,Educational Toy Gifts for Toddlers Kids Develop Children's Ability to Observe,Imagine,Practice. • Amazon Business $24.99 3 $74.97
Torlam 131 PCS Magnetic Base Ten Blocks - Place Value Blocks -Math Manipulatives K-3 for Elementary Classroom, Number Blocks, Math Counters, Counting Cubes for Kids, Base 10 for 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Learning Resources Write & Wipe Clocks Classroom Set - 25 Pieces, Ages 6+ Laminated Dry-Erase, Teaching Aids, Teacher Supplies, Learning Time,Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $26.32 1 $26.32
NOKKO Clear Plastic Rulers Bulk 50 Piece Pack - Transparent 12 Inch / 30 Centimeter Ruler Class Set - Easy to Read School and Office Supplies for Kids, Students, Teachers and Artists • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Dr. STEM Toys Play Money for Kids: Durable Boxed Set Provides 400 Pieces of Realistic Fake Money Bills & Fake Coins for Pretend Play, Helps Kids Learn Financial Responsibility & More • Amazon Business $16.97 1 $16.97

Materials cost

$570.14

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$47.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$655.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.72

Total project goal

$771.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$771.45

1 Donor

-$655.73

Donations toward project cost

-$655.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$115.72

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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