Help me give my students the materials to learn a new skill that will stay with them into adulthood.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Hawkins's classroom raised $178
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Knitting materials can provide 4th grade students with a unique opportunity to develop important skills while engaging in a meaningful community service project. As they learn to knit, students will enhance their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and concentration. Knitting requires patience and perseverance, qualities that will help them in other areas of their studies and personal lives. Additionally, collaborating on a project that benefits children in a local hospital will foster empathy and a sense of responsibility, teaching students the value of giving back to their community.
Donating the finished hats to a children's hospital not only offers warmth and comfort to young patients but also allows the students to feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in their work.
This act of kindness will reinforce the idea that their efforts can make a tangible difference in someone else's life, encouraging them to think beyond themselves. Overall, this project not only cultivates essential skills but also nurtures a sense of community and kindness among the students.
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
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