STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities are essential to being accessible to all age levels and abilities of learning. Without the proper materials to experience science, technology, engineering, and math within the classroom, the students have a difficult time making these content areas applicable and real to them. An effective STEM elective classroom needs the materials necessary for students to collaborate, problem solve, and to use their imaginations on a regular basis. Many materials are not ordinarily found within most classrooms because they involve learning that applies students' knowledge beyond that of the regular classroom setting.
The new STEM materials (LEGO bricks, mineral kits, Squigz, and Pentominoes) will help all of our students to explore topics in geology, engineering, mathematics, and a brand new unit with stop-motion animation.
Because the materials fit many different STEM construction projects, builds, and challenges, they are ideal for this unique elective class. The materials can also be used to extend other engineering projects and have technology applications that challenge students further to use their critical thinking and cooperative group skills.
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Fat Brain Toys Squigz Deluxe Set - 50 Pieces
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$56.66
1
$56.66
LEGO Classic Creative Vehicles, Colorful Construction Brick Building Kit with Ice Cream Truck, Police Car Toy, Model City Cars and More, Gift or Car Toy for Boys, Girls and Kids Ages 5 and Up, 11036
• Amazon Business
$54.99
1
$54.99
LEGO Classic Creative Party Box Bricks Set 11029, Family Games to Play Together, Includes 12 Mini-Build Toys: Teddy Bear, Clown, Unicorn, Fun for All Ages 5 Plus
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Learning Advantage - Pentominoes Set Of 6
• Teachers' School Supply
$21.99
1
$21.99
United Scientific Streak Plates, 1 X 2 Inches, White, Pack of 10 - Grades 5-12 - Adult
• School Specialty
$5.09
1
$5.09
Materials cost
$237.25
Vendor shipping charges
$8.78
Sales tax
$18.51
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.56
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$298.10
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$52.61
Total project goal
$350.71
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$350.71
4 Donors
-$346.29
Donations toward project cost
-$298.10
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Majewski and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
