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Ms. Nikki from Cordele GA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning is Fun!

Help me give my students these Lakeshore blocks, cones and other materials for the opportunity to learn and grow through play.

  • 2 donors
  • $260 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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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

Learning through play is a crucial aspect of a child's development, especially in kindergarten. Play is not just a way for children to pass the time or entertain themselves, but rather a powerful tool that helps them learn important skills and concepts in a fun and engaging way. In kindergarten, where children are just beginning their formal education journey, play can be a key component in their learning process.

One of the main reasons why learning through play is so effective in kindergarten is that it allows children to explore and experiment with new ideas and concepts in a hands-on way.

Play also helps children develop their cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making. When children engage in puzzles, board games, or building blocks such as the ones requested, they are learning how to think logically, strategize, and make decisions based on trial and error. These skills are essential for academic success later on in school and in the real world.

Incorporating play into the kindergarten curriculum is essential for creating a well-rounded learning experience for children. Play allows children to learn at their own pace, follow their interests, and take ownership of their learning. It also fosters a love for learning and curiosity that can stay with them throughout their academic journey.

In conclusion, learning through play in kindergarten is a powerful way for children to develop important skills and concepts in a fun and engaging way.

Ms. Nikki
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Snap-Together Letter Blocks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Alphabet Cones • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Nuts About Counting! • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Lakeshore Trace & Write Number Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $32.99 1 $32.99

Materials cost

$167.96

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.40

Sales tax

 $11.59

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$220.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.91

Total project goal

$259.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $259.38

1 Donor

-$129.69

Donations toward project cost

-$110.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.45

match offer

-$129.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$110.23

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.45

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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