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Ms. Ahern from Kailua, HI is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning About Lunar New Year!

Help me give my students resources and materials to learn about Lunar New Year!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ahern's classroom raised $206

This project is fully funded

My Project

The state of Hawai'i is often referred to as a "melting pot" because of our beautiful culturally diverse population. Being a Hawai'i local and teaching at a heavily military-impacted school, I proudly take on the responsibility of teaching my students about the cultures represented here in Hawai'i.

As a Chinese-American teacher, I am excited to share my own culture with my students through Lunar New Year read-alouds and activities.

The picture books will help my students learn about the celebrations and traditions associated with Lunar New Year. The craft materials will allow my students to make paper dragons in celebration of the "Year of the Dragon." The envelopes will help me share my Chinese family tradition with my students.

Mahalo in advance for your support and consideration!

Ms. Ahern Kainalu Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Kailua, HI View local requests 20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nian, The Chinese New Year Dragon • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
Whaline 72Pcs Chinese New Year Red Envelopes Large Red Packet 2024 Year of the Dragon Hong Bao Plum Blossom Pattern Spring Chinese Lucky Money Pockets for Wedding Chinese Lunar Year, 3.5 x 6.7 In • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Ruby's Chinese New Year • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
What Do You Celebrate?: Holidays and Festivals Around the World • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
Barefoot Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World Picture Book, Paperback (9781782858348) • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Astrobrights/Neenah Bright White Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 65 lb/176 gsm, White, 75 Sheets (90905-02) - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $4.79 2 $9.58
Chelsea's Chinese New Year (Cloverleaf Books ™ ― Holidays and Special Days) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Crepe Paper - 1-7/8" x 500 ft, Flame Red, Streamer • Blick Art Materials $4.46 2 $8.92
Crepe Paper - 1-7/8" x 500 ft, Holiday Red, Streamer • Blick Art Materials $4.46 2 $8.92
Crepe Paper - 1-7/8" x 500 ft, Bright Orange, Streamer • Blick Art Materials $4.46 2 $8.92
Dragon Dance: A Chinese New Year Lift-the-Flap Book (Puffin Lift-the-Flap) • Amazon Business $8.29 1 $8.29
How to Catch a Dragon • Amazon Business $7.21 1 $7.21
Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Chinese New Year: With Fireworks, Dragons, and Lanterns • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
KTOJOY 100Pcs Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Popsicle Stick 6” Long x 3/4”Wide Treat Ice Pop for DIY Crafts,Home Art Projects, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$132.44

Vendor shipping charges

$4.00

Sales tax

$5.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$174.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.75

Total project goal

$205.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$205.01

1 Donor

-$91.72

Donations toward project cost

-$87.13

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.59

match offer

-$102.51

Match offer toward project cost

-$87.13

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.38

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.79

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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