Help me give my students the experience of a class pet! Please donate to assist us in purchasing the necessary items to properly care for a chinchilla.
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
A year has passed since your generosity brought two delightful chinchillas into our classroom, transforming it into a hub of curiosity and care. These furry friends have not only captured the hearts of my 11th graders but have also become central to our learning environment.
Before our chinchillas became the stars of the classroom, it was a tiny, uninvited mouse that sparked a wave of excitement among my students.
This unexpected visitor, discovered amidst my candy stash, quickly turned from a classroom intruder into a source of fascination. The mouse’s presence broke the monotony of daily routines and drew the students out of their shells, prompting them to engage and interact in ways I hadn’t seen since before the pandemic. It was this serendipitous encounter that led us to embrace the idea of a class pet, ultimately bringing our beloved chinchillas into our lives.
The presence of our chinchillas has sparked a remarkable change in my students. Once reserved and disengaged, they now eagerly participate, collaborate, and show a level of empathy that extends beyond the classroom walls. The chinchillas have become more than pets; they are catalysts for growth, teaching invaluable lessons about responsibility, compassion, and the joy of nurturing another life.
However, to continue this positive momentum, we need your help once more. The cost of maintaining a healthy and stimulating habitat for our chinchillas is ongoing. From nutritious food to veterinary care, every aspect of their well-being relies on the support of people like you who understand the impact these creatures have on young minds.
Your contribution will ensure that our chinchillas continue to thrive and that our students remain engaged and inspired. Please consider extending your support to keep this beacon of hope shining brightly in our classroom.
15" Aluminum Alloy Chinchilla Exercise Wheels - Large Small Animals Running Wheels for Chinchilla Syria Hamsters Fancy Rats Hedgehog Other Small Animals
• Amazon Business
$125.95
1
$125.95
Pawaboo Small Animals Playpen, Waterproof Small Pet Cage Tent with Zippered Cover, Portable Outdoor Yard Fence with 3 Metal Rod for Chick/Kitten/Puppy/Guinea Pig/Rabbits/Hamster/Chinchillas,Green
• Amazon Business
$26.99
1
$26.99
Pawaboo Hexagon Washable Liner for Small Animals, Portable Reusable Guinea Pig Playpen Pad Hamster Cage Pee Pad, Super Absorbent Portable Waterproof Mat for Rabbit, Chinchilla, 【Playpen not Included】
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
MidWest Homes for Pets Ferret Nation Upper Scatter Guard for Ferret Nation & Critter Nation Small Animal Cages
• Amazon Business
$23.76
1
$23.76
MidWest Homes for Pets Ferret Nation Lower Scatter Guard for Ferret Nation & Critter Nation Small Animal Cages, 34 1/2"L x 22 3/4"W x 4"H, Black
• Amazon Business
$21.10
1
$21.10
Kaytee Chinchilla All Natural Dusting Powder, 2.5 lb
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Food From the Wild Chinchilla
• Amazon Business
$10.95
1
$10.95
Materials cost
$248.73
Vendor shipping charges
$8.74
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.73
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$291.20
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$51.39
Total project goal
$342.59
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$342.59
1 Donor
-$50.00
Donations toward project cost
-$42.50
Donations 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. Tjapkes and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
