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Ms. Reed from Sterling, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Reed's classroom raised $1,094

Learning That Sticks: Making Math & Reading Interactive

Help me give my students engaging hands-on math and reading tools, organizational supplies, and positive reinforcement systems to support interactive learning and build confidence in our Title I classroom.

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Ms. Reed Potowmack Elementary School
Sterling, VA Grades 3-5

My Project

My students are bright, curious, and full of potential. Many of my students need extra support, structure, and engaging materials to successfully grasp grade-level concepts, while others are ready for enrichment and deeper challenges. These resources will allow me to meet a wide range of learning needs by providing both intervention and extension opportunities so every student can grow. I love how eager they are to participate when learning feels interactive, and how proud they are when they can take ownership of their growth.

The materials in this project are designed to bring math and reading to life through hands-on, engaging experiences.

The comprehension cubes will help students practice key reading skills like retelling, questioning, and analyzing texts in a fun, collaborative way. The variety of math tools—such as self-checking wrap-ups, flash cards, spinners, and electronic games—will allow students to practice skills at their own pace while building both accuracy and confidence. Magnetic fraction tiles and base ten blocks will make abstract concepts more concrete, helping students truly understand what they are learning rather than just memorizing procedures.

Organization and classroom management tools, like pocket charts, magnetic labels, and zipper pouches, will help create a structured environment where students can work independently and stay focused. The reward systems and small incentives, like bookmarks, will support positive behavior and motivate students to stay engaged and take pride in their work.

My goal for this project is to create a classroom where learning is active, differentiated, and meaningful for every student. I want my students to feel challenged without feeling overwhelmed, and supported without feeling limited. These resources will help transform everyday lessons into interactive experiences that meet students where they are and push them to grow.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Reed Potowmack Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Sterling, VA View local requests

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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Garvee Washable Rugs for Living Room 9x12 Bedroom Area Rug with Non Slip Backing, Stain Resistant Non Shedding Floral Cat Rug Low Pile Soft Farmhouse Mats for Dining Room, Nursery, Office, Blue • Amazon Business $125.86 1 $125.86
LEARNING WRAP-UPS SELF-CORRECTING Math Intro Key Kit with Self Correcting Math Problems for Kids Grade Level K-5 • Amazon Business $42.74 2 $85.48
Teacher Created Resources Number STAX - Stacking Foam Number Blocks (TCR20123) • Amazon Business $29.28 2 $58.56
JoyCat Math Flash Cards and Chart for Kids Ages 4-8, 288 Double-Sided Flash Cards for Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication & Division, Interactive Math Learning Tool for Homeschool and Classroom • Amazon Business $26.98 2 $53.96
alilo Math Games for Kids Ages 5-12, Portable Math Toys for Practicing Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Fun Educational Toy with 5 Modes, 19 Math Games, and 50K Math Questions • Amazon Business $22.79 2 $45.58
feela 70 Pack Mini Composition Notebook Bulk, Cute Pocket Composition Note Pad, Small Journal Notebooks for Students College School Supplies, 4.5" X 3.25", Narrow Ruled, 5 Pastel Marble Covers • Amazon Business $38.98 1 $38.98
9 Pcs Math Fidget Spinners, Multiplication Game Fidget Toys for Kids, Math Games Spinners Learning Multiplication & Division, Math Manipulatives for Home School 3rd Grade Must Haves Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $11.69 3 $35.07
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register Toy - Gift for Kids, Toddler Toys, Play Money & Credit Card, Shopping Store Playset, Educational Preschool Activities • Amazon Business $34.59 1 $34.59
Educational Insights Math Slam - Handheld Electronic Math Games for Kids 5-7, First Grade Addition and Subtraction Games, Basic Algebra Learning Game, Self-Teaching Elementary STEM Tools • Amazon Business $32.58 1 $32.58
Learning Resources Double-Sided Magnetic Fraction Circles, Sticks to Whiteboard and Chalkboard, Teacher Math Classroom accessories Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $29.39 1 $29.39
Simply magic 131+4 PCS Jumbo Colorful Magnetic Base Ten Blocks for Math + Headings - Place Value Manipulatives Magnets, Math Manipulatives, Base 10 Blocks, Counters for Kids, Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Command 15 Lb XL Heavyweight Wall Hook, Damage Free Hanging Wall Hook with Adhesive Strips, Heavy Duty Single Wall Hook for Hanging Back to School Organizers, 2 White Hooks and 8 Strips • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens, Assorted, Medium Point (0.7mm), 14 Count - Smooth Writing, Back to School, Teacher Supplies, Journaling, Note-Taking, Doodling • Amazon Business $10.39 2 $20.78
REGELETO Small Group Management Pocket Chart with 96 Cards Classroom Jobs Chart Small Group Organizer and on Task for School Teacher Homeschool Learning Supplies (Black) • Amazon Business $19.88 1 $19.88
Brainstorm ID Letter Size Lamination Carriers - 5 Pack (Large) • Amazon Business $16.70 1 $16.70
Smarpau A5 Mesh Zipper Pouch, 24 Pack 9.5" x 7.1" Plastic Zipper Pouches for Organizing, Multipurpose Waterproof Zip Bags for Travel Office Home Storage, Black • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
ANCOMEDO 2 Pack Magnetic Writable Dry Erase Teaching Clock, Large 12" Teaching Demonstration Clock for Kids Learning Time with Cute Style for Home School Classroom Supplies(12" x 11") • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Teacher Created Resources Foam Nonfiction Comprehension Cubes (TCR20703) • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94
Flat Plug Short Extension Cord 1Ft White Low Profile Adapter 3 Prong Indoor Small Grounded Power Cable Outlet Saver 16AWG 13A 1625W 4 Pack • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94
2-Pack Magnetic Reward Jars for Kids - 61 Token Behavior Chart (36 Smiley Faces + 25 Star-Shaped Tokens) - Classroom & Home Positive Reinforcement System - Fridge or Tabletop • Amazon Business $14.88 1 $14.88
Reading Comprehension Foam Cubes (TCR20634) • Amazon Business $13.78 1 $13.78
Oligei 25 Pcs Silicone Cable Ties, Cable Ties Reusable, High Elasticity Cord Wraps for Electrical Cords, Cord Organizer for Earphone, Phone Charger(Yellow) • Amazon Business $5.94 2 $11.88
Retell a Story Foam Cubes (TCR20635) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Firbon Purple A4 Paper Cutter, 12 Inch Titanium Straight Paper Trimmer with Side Ruler for Scrapbooking Craft, Paper, Coupon, Label, Cardstock • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
Learning Resources Magnetic Rainbow Fraction Tiles, Visual/Tactile Learning, Soft Foam Magnetic Tiles, 51 Pieces, Ages 6+ • Amazon Business $10.50 1 $10.50
Learning Resources Skill Builders! Multiplication Quiz Wheel Math Fidget Toy Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $10.19 1 $10.19
Celavoy Axolotl Magnetic Bookmarks Gifts - 8 Pcs Pink Cute Bookmark for Women Bookworms Students Sea Animals Lovers Gift for Birthday Christmas Funny Page Clips Office Reading Accessories • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kaciola Studio 12PCS Glittery Magnetic Bookmarks, Pink Spicy Cute Book Marks for Book Lovers Gifts, Funny Bookmark Accessories for Women Teachers Students School Office Home Supplies (Spicy) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kaciola Studio 12PCS Glittery Magnetic Bookmarks, Funny Cute Book Marks for Book Lovers Gifts, Bookmark Accessories for Women Teachers Students School Office Home Supplies (Funny) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Cute Magnetic Bookmarks, Animals Book Page Markers, Book Marks for Kids Book Lovers Students Teachers Reading • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
50 Pack Dry Erase Magnetic Labels 3.2x1.2 in - Magnetic Name Tags for Classroom Lockers School Bus - Classroom Magnets for Names - Magnet Labels for Whiteboard - Magnet Names Plates for Classrooms • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Celavoy Frog Magnetic Bookmarks Gifts - 8 Pcs Bookmark for Adults Women Book Lovers Page Clips Office Reading Accessories Bookworms Gift for Graduation • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
48 Pieces Magnetic Bookmarks Magnet Page Markers - Book Marks for Reading Women & Men with Storage Boxes - Cute Magnet Bookmark Clips for Reading Pleasure（Stars） • Amazon Business $8.09 1 $8.09
Sharpie Metallic Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Silver, 4 Count - For Black Paper or Dark Surfaces, Arts & Crafts, Posters • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
Cool Dragon Magnetic Bookmarks, 8 Pcs Fantasy Power Dragon with Wings Magnet Page Markers Unique Book Clips for Reading, Gifts for Men Book Lovers Students Teachers Office School • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
BIC Wite-Out EZ Correct Correction Tape, White, No Dry Time, Tear Resistant Tape, 4-Count • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Ultra Fine Tip, 8 Count - Whiteboard, Calendar, Organization, School Supplies • Amazon Business $5.88 1 $5.88
EXPO Wet Erase Markers, Semi-Permanent, Black, Ultra Fine Tip, 12 Count - For Writing on Glass, Whiteboards, Mirrors, Calendar, Labeling, Organizing • Amazon Business $3.59 1 $3.59
Scotch Wrinkle-Free Glue Sticks, 2 Pack, .27 oz Each • Amazon Business $2.80 1 $2.80

Materials cost

$886.39

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$929.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$164.06

Total project goal

$1,093.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,093.75

1 Donor

-$546.88

Donations toward project cost

-$464.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.03

match offer

-$546.87

Match offer toward project cost

-$464.84

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.03

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