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Ms. Tevis from Kihei, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kupa'a --- the Firm Foundation Our Youth Deserve

Help me give my students opportunities to develop foundational skills through manipulatives and enriched text.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Tevis's classroom raised $993

This project is fully funded

My Project

Every child deserves the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. For disabled children, books and Legos play a crucial role in fostering cognitive, emotional, and social development.

Books serve as powerful tools for cognitive development in children, offering a gateway to knowledge, imagination, and critical thinking.

For disabled children, books can be especially beneficial in various ways. First and foremost, reading helps enhance language skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. Whether through tactile books for those with visual impairments or audio books for those with hearing impairments, literature ensures that every child has access to the world of words.

Additionally, books can provide a means of escape and discovery, offering disabled children a chance to explore different worlds, cultures, and perspectives. This imaginative engagement not only stimulates cognitive development but also encourages creativity, problem-solving, and the development of analytical skills.

Legos, on the other hand, are excellent tools for honing spatial awareness, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Through the act of building and creating, disabled children can strengthen their cognitive abilities while engaging in a fun and interactive learning experience. Legos also promote logical thinking and planning, essential skills for navigating the challenges of daily life.

Emotional development is a critical aspect of a child's overall well-being, and both books and Legos can play pivotal roles in this regard. Reading books with diverse characters and themes helps disabled children develop empathy and a better understanding of themselves and others. Books can also serve as a platform for discussing emotions, providing a safe space for children to express and comprehend their feelings.

Ms. Tevis Kihei Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

7 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Blue (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Green (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
LEGO Minecraft The Crafting Box 3.0 21161 Minecraft Brick Construction Toy and Minifigures, Castle and Farm Building Set, Great Gift for Minecraft Players Aged 8 and up (564 Pieces) • Amazon Business $94.84 1 $94.84
LEGO Minecraft The Deep Dark Battle Set, 21246 Biome Adventure Toy, Ancient City with Warden Figure, Exploding Tower & Treasure Chest, for Kids Ages 8 Plus • Amazon Business $52.00 1 $52.00
AIRIVO Star Projector, Galaxy Light Projector, Night Light Projector & Music Speaker & White Noise, Sound Machine Projector for Kids Adults, Bedroom, Room Decor, Party, Ceiling • Amazon Business $37.23 1 $37.23
LEGO - Marvel Ghost Rider Mech Bike 76245 • Best Buy Education $34.99 1 $34.99
Pack of 10 Random Authentic Lego Figures (9443) • Amazon Business $31.95 1 $31.95
TOMYOU 400 Pieces Building Blocks Kids STEM Toys Educational Building Toys Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Kids Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Safe Material Creativity • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
LEGO Friends Tree-Planting Vehicle 41707 Building Toy Set for Kids, Girls, and Boys Ages 6+ (336 Pieces) • Amazon Business $26.87 1 $26.87
LEGO - Speed Champions 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) 76917 • Best Buy Education $24.99 1 $24.99
Pokemon Super Special Flip Book Collection (Pokémon) • Amazon Business $22.37 1 $22.37
Uni Posca Paint Markers - Basic Colors, Set of 8, Medium Tip, 2.5 mm • Blick Art Materials $18.39 1 $18.39
The Stonekeeper's Curse (Amulet, Book 2) • Amazon Business $17.94 1 $17.94
LEGO Minecraft The Abandoned Mine Building Toy, 21166 Zombie Cave with Slime, Steve & Spider Figures, Gift idea for Kids, Boys and Girls Age 7 Plus • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Astro and the New Puppy • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Feelings and Dealings: Emotions Workbook for Kids: 65 Wellness Activities to Help Elementary School Children Build Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Calm, and Social Skills • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
LEGO Minecraft The Coral Reef Toy Building Set 21164 Pretend Play Minecraft Toy with Alex, Puffer Fish and Zombie Figures, Ideal Gift for Kids Who Love Minecraft, Boys & Girls Age 7+ Years Old • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Leveled Readers – Reading Books for First Graders – Remarkable Readers (Set 2) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Leveled Readers – Reading Books for First Graders – Remarkable Readers (Set 4) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
The Stonekeeper: A Graphic Novel (Amulet #1) (1) • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22
Lego NINJAGO Kai's Ninja Race Car EVO 71780, 20in1 Racing Car Building Toy Set, Kids Can Build a Off Road Vehicle and Racing Car, Ninja Mini Figure with Toy Swords, Gift Idea for Boys, Girls Age 6+ • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted Dozen (30075) • Staples $8.04 1 $8.04
A Friend Like Pikachu! (Pokémon) (Little Golden Book) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Play Ball, Pikachu! (Pokémon Alola Reader) (The 39 Clues) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Pikachu in Love (Pokémon: Scholastic Reader, Level 2) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$763.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.76

Sales tax

 $33.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$843.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.85

Total project goal

$992.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $992.35

1 Donor

-$992.35

Donations toward project cost

-$843.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$148.85

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