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Ms. Pacana from Cameron, AZ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Imagination Unleashed: Dramatic Play, Books, and Printer for Creative Learning

Help me give my students the materials needed for dramatic play, play, books to develop their love for reading, and access to colorful pictures using the colored printer.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Pacana's classroom raised $1,384

This project is fully funded

My Project

In a Native American kindergarten classroom, integrating dramatic play, leveled books, and a printer is crucial for fostering a rich, culturally responsive learning environment.

These resources collectively foster a learning environment that supports the overall development of Native American kindergarten students.

By integrating dramatic play, leveled books, and a printer, educators can create a classroom experience that is both academically enriching and culturally affirming.

Dramatic Play: Dramatic play allows young children to explore their identities, cultures, and experiences in a meaningful way.

For Native American students, this kind of play can be tailored to reflect traditional stories, customs, and daily life, which helps them see their own experiences represented in the classroom. It also encourages social skills, creativity, and empathy as children take on different roles and scenarios.

Leveled Books: Leveled books are vital for supporting early literacy development. They cater to varying reading abilities, ensuring that all students can engage with texts that are appropriate for their skill level. For Native American students, having access to culturally relevant books—those that reflect their heritage and communities—can foster a love for reading and validate their cultural experiences. These books also support language development and comprehension skills tailored to their individual needs.

Printer: A printer is essential for producing customized educational materials. Teachers can create and print out culturally relevant worksheets, storybooks, visual aids, and other resources that align with the students’ learning needs and cultural backgrounds. Having a printer allows for the rapid production of these materials, ensuring that the classroom environment remains engaging and responsive to the students' evolving needs.

Together, these resources support a holistic and inclusive approach to education, enhancing both academic and cultural development for Native American kindergarten students.

Ms. Pacana Tsinabaas Habitiin School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Cameron, AZ View local requests

Nearly all 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

5 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epson - EcoTank ET-3850 All-in-One Supertank Inkjet Printer - White • Best Buy Education $348.83 1 $348.83
IRIS USA 17 Qt Clear Storage Box, BPA-Free Plastic Stackable Bin with Lid, 4 Pack, Containers to Organize Shoes and Closet Shelves, Classroom Organization Teacher Tools, Game Storage • Amazon Business $23.74 5 $118.70
Small Foot Wooden Emergency Response Kit • Kaplan Early Learning Company $73.76 1 $73.76
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Book Bin Set - Level C (K) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Learning Resources Large Calculator Pretend and Play Cash Register • Kaplan Early Learning Company $49.46 1 $49.46
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Book Bin Set - Level A (K) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $48.99 1 $48.99
AFUNX 130 PCS Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks 3D Clear Construction Playboards, Inspiration, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Educational Magnet Toy Set for Kids with 2 Cars • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Book Bin Set - Level B (K) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $46.99 1 $46.99
Lakeshore Leveled Books Classroom Library 1 - Book Bin Set - Level D (K-Gr. 1) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $44.99 1 $44.99
Lakeshore Magnetic Shapes Maze • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
MITCIEN Kids Play Tent with Campfire, Toddlers Camping Set, Oil Lantern with Sound, Cut Up Fruits, Marshmallow, Skewers, Pretend Camping Toys for 3 4 5 6+ Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Lakeshore Numbers & Counting Magnetic Activity Tin • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Melissa & Doug Five Major Food Groups • Kaplan Early Learning Company $33.26 1 $33.26
Melissa & Doug Examine and Treat Pet Vet Play Set (24 pcs) - Kids Veterinary Play Set, Veterinarian Kit For Kids, STEAM Toy, Pretend Play Doctor Set For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
12 Reading Phones [ 12 Pack Multi Color] Auditory Feedback Whisper Phone Classroom Manipulative, Speech Therapy Toy Tool - Accelerates Reading Fluency & Pronunciation, Dyslexia Tools for Kids • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
10 Pcs Kids Dress Up Vest Children Role Play Vest Career Costume for Dramatic Pretend Play Party Supplies, 17 x 13.8 Inches(Cool Style) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
edxeducation Math Cubes - Set of 100 - Math Manipulatives - Classroom Learning Supplies, Homeschool Supplies, Preschool Learning, Counting Toys, Linking Cubes, Math Linking Cubes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$1,042.89

Vendor shipping charges

$13.30

Sales tax

$74.57

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,176.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$207.60

Total project goal

$1,384.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,384.00

1 Donor

-$619.16

Donations toward project cost

-$588.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.96

match offer

-$692.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$588.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$103.80

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$72.84

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$0.00

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