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Mrs. S. Howard from Sumter SC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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I'm Puzzled

Help me give my students a fun and engaging way to enhance their cognitive abilities, social skills, and emotional resilience.

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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

I believe in fostering a dynamic and engaging environment where students can thrive academically and socially. Puzzles play a crucial role in achieving this goal by offering numerous benefits to our students' development.

First and foremost, puzzles are invaluable tools for promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

As students work through the challenges presented by each puzzle, they learn to analyze information, make connections, and devise effective solutions. These skills are essential not only for academic success but also for navigating the complexities of the world beyond the classroom.

Moreover, puzzles provide opportunities for collaboration and teamwork. Whether students are working together to complete a jigsaw puzzle or solve a brain teaser, they learn to communicate effectively, share ideas, and support one another in achieving a common goal. These collaborative experiences foster a sense of community and belonging among our students, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Additionally, puzzles offer a fun and engaging way for students to develop their fine motor skills and spatial awareness. Manipulating puzzle pieces requires precision and coordination, helping students refine their motor skills while also enhancing their understanding of spatial relationships and patterns.

Given the immense benefits that puzzles provide to our students, a donation of puzzles would be greatly appreciated and deeply valued. Your contribution would not only enrich our classroom resources but also empower our students to unlock their full potential and pursue excellence in all aspects of their lives.

Thank you for considering this request. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and I am truly grateful for your generosity.

Mrs. S. Howard
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ravensburger Most Everyone is Mad 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults - Alice in Wonderland Theme, Every Piece is Unique, Softclick Technology Means Pieces Fit Together Perfectly • Amazon Business $21.10 1 $21.10
Mod Podge Puzzle Saver, Premium Matte All-in-One Glue, Sealer, and Finish, 8 fl oz, CS27589, Clear • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Buffalo Games - in The Garden Shed - 750 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults Challenging Puzzle Perfect for Game Nights - Finished Size 24.00 x 18.00 • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Buffalo Games - Adventure Awaits - 1500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle, Blue for Adults Challenging Puzzle Perfect for Game Nights - 1500 Piece Finished Size is 31.50 x 23.50 • Amazon Business $13.48 1 $13.48
Ceaco - Dominic Davison - Autumn Townhouse - 750 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle • Amazon Business $11.72 1 $11.72
Cra-Z-Art - RoseArt - My Happy Place - Forest Cabin Home - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Cra-Z-Art - RoseArt - Chris Bigelow - Hot Rod Garage - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle • Amazon Business $9.85 1 $9.85
Cra-Z-Art - RoseArt - Home Country- Mount Rushmore - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle • Amazon Business $7.92 1 $7.92

Materials cost

$108.03

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$147.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.99

Total project goal

$173.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $173.26

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 $173.26

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