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Ms. Wood from MINT HILL, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Learning Through Play: Toys for Our Classroom

Help me give my students engaging developmentally appropriate toys to support their learning, creativity and social emotional development in the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wood's classroom raised $173

This project is fully funded

My Project

Dear Generous Donors,

My students are a group of curious, creative, and energetic learners who thrive on exploration and discovery.

They come to school each day eager to learn, but many come from challenging environments where access to educational and stimulating toys is limited.

In our classroom, play is not just fun—it’s a critical component of learning. Toys like building blocks, puzzles, pretend play sets, and sensory items provide opportunities for my students to develop essential skills like problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and fine motor coordination.

By supporting this project, you will be giving my students access to high-quality, engaging toys that will enrich their educational experience. These toys will allow them to explore their imaginations, collaborate with peers, and build confidence in their abilities—all while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

With your help, I hope to create a learning environment where every child can thrive through the power of play. Your generosity will not only provide joy but also open doors to new skills and possibilities for my students.

Ms. Wood Lebanon Road Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

MINT HILL, NC View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

10 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Learning Resources Big Feelings Pineapple Deluxe Social-Emotional Learning Toy Set, Yellow (LER6375) • Quill.com $19.05 1 $19.05
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Coogam Wooden Hexagon Puzzle for Kid Adults - Shape Pattern Block Tangram Brain Teaser Toy Geometry Logic IQ Game STEM Montessori Educational Gift for All Ages Challenge • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$106.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$8.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$146.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.92

Total project goal

$172.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$172.81

1 Donor

-$172.81

Donations toward project cost

-$146.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.92

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$0.00

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