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Ms. Maila from Laie, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning from Around the World

Help me give my students great learning opportunities with culture as well as a strong foundation with snacks to help them with their focus.

  • $674 goal

This project expired on June 14, 2024.

This project expired on June 14, 2024.

My Project

As educators, we are constantly seeking innovative ways to engage our students and foster their growth and development.

Through this project, we plan to utilize costume materials and snacks as tools to facilitate learning and create a stimulating environment for our young learners.

Costume materials will enable our students to engage in imaginative play and storytelling. By donning different costumes, they will have the opportunity to step into various roles, sparking creativity and broadening their imaginations. This hands-on approach to learning will not only enhance their communication and social skills but also encourage collaboration and empathy as they explore different characters and scenarios together. We will be learning about China and doing a cultural celebration about the Chinese people through dance. The drums and the dragon will help be apart of our performance.

In addition to costume materials, we recognize the importance of providing nutritious snacks to fuel our students' bodies and minds throughout the school day. By offering a selection of healthy snacks such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grain crackers, we aim to promote healthy eating habits and ensure our students have the energy they need to focus and participate actively in learning activities.

Your support for this project will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. It will empower them to unleash their creativity, develop essential social skills, and cultivate healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come.

Thank you for considering our proposal, and we look forward to the possibility of partnering with you to enrich the educational experience of our second-grade class.

Ms. Maila La'ie Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

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

24 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MUSICUBE Kids Drum Set 8-Inch Wooden Drum Toys with an Adjustable Strap and 2 Drumsticks Educational Baby Musical Toys Drum Sensory Musical Instrument Toys for Toddler Boys & Girls Gift Packing • Amazon Business $19.88 4 $79.52
PREXTEX 25-Pack Kids Sunglasses Bulk - Neon Sunglasses with UV Protection - Bulk Sunglasses for Kids - Perfect Kids Party Favors for Summer, Beach Party - Bulk Kids Summer Glasses for Kids and Adults • Amazon Business $18.80 4 $75.20
Bememo 3D Chinese New Year Dragon Garland Hanging Decoration (5.9 Feet) • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $24.16 2 $48.32
Snacks Variety Pack for Adults - Snack Box Care Package - Bulk Healthy Snack Bag Assortment (34 pack) • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
LEGO Classic Medium Brick Box - 10696 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $42.26 1 $42.26
Nutella & GO! Bulk 24 Pack, Hazelnut And Cocoa Spread With Breadsticks, Snack Cups, 1.8 Oz Each • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
SkinnyPop Popcorn, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Healthy Snacks, Skinny Pop Variety Pack (Original & Dairy Free White Cheddar Popcorn), 0.5oz Individual Size Snack Bags (40 Count) • Amazon Business $20.66 1 $20.66
Black Forest Juicy Burst Low Fat Mixed Fruit Snacks 32 oz 40 Packs/Box (FER47149) • Staples $18.71 1 $18.71
1 Pair Blazer Epaulet/Kpop Fringed/Tassel Metal Punk Shoulder Epaulette/Dpikes Brooch for Men Women 3 Colors Options • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Cheez-It Classic Cheese Snack Mix 0.75 oz. 12 Bags/Pack (KEE11719) • Staples $10.50 1 $10.50
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil (MPP40MJ), Medium Point (0.7mm), Perfect for the Classroom and Test Time, 40-Count • Amazon Business $9.37 1 $9.37
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $8.44 1 $8.44
Pink Pencil Top Erasers - Pink, Box of 144 • Blick Art Materials $7.42 1 $7.42
Anley Fly Breeze 3x5 Foot China Flag - Vivid Color and Fade Proof - Canvas Header and Double Stitched - Chinese National Flags Polyester with Brass Grommets 3 X 5 Ft • Amazon Business $6.95 1 $6.95

Materials cost

$489.17

Vendor shipping charges

 $24.31

Sales tax

 $21.52

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$572.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.00

Total project goal

$673.34

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