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Ms. Policaro from Brooklyn NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Let's Get Expressive With Art!

Help me give my students the tools for imaginative exploration and learning through engaging pretend play items that foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

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Dear Supporters,

Welcome to our classroom project aimed at securing essential resources to foster a conducive learning environment and unleash our students' creative potential.

Our journey in education is fueled by the desire to empower every child with the tools they need to succeed. However, some basic necessities are currently in short supply, hindering our efforts to create an optimal learning space.

This project seeks to address this challenge by providing supplies such as arts and crafts, pretend play items, and Cricut vinyl.

Your support will directly impact our students' educational experience by ensuring they have access to these fundamental resources. Whether it's wiping away spills, keeping germs at bay, or unleashing their imagination through innovative projects, your contribution will make a tangible difference in our classroom.

By investing in this project, you're not just providing supplies; you're investing in the well-being and academic success of our students. Together, let's cultivate a nurturing learning environment where every child can flourish and reach their full potential.

Thank you for your generosity and belief in the power of education.

Ms. Policaro
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Kitchen Set - 76 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $61.16 1 $61.16
Melissa & Doug Animal Hand Puppets (Set of 2, 4 animals in each) - Zoo Friends and Farm Friends • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
suituts 3 Pack Plastic Portable Project Case with Handle, Scrapbook Paper Storage Organizer Case, Art Craft Container Case Box, Plastic File Case for Document, Magazines Photos(14.2X10.6X2.2 Inch) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
iImagine Vinyl Permanent Vinyl, 72 Pack Permanent Adhesive Vinyl Sheets (12”x 12”) for Silhouette Cameo and Any Craft Machine Cutters • Amazon Business $25.19 1 $25.19
Cricut Multi-Purpose Cutting Mat, 12 x 24 Inches, Pack of 2 • School Specialty $23.02 1 $23.02
Arts and Crafts Supplies Kit for Kids - Boys and Girls Age 4 5 6 7 8 Years Old - Toddler Art Set Activity Materials in Bulk - Great for Preschool, Homeschool, and Kindergarten DIY Crafting Projects • Amazon Business $20.87 1 $20.87
Craftstory Zoo Animals Travel Felt-Board Story Set for Toddlers, 32 Pieces Flannel Board Stories for Preschool Learning Toys Educational Storytelling Activity Board Gifts for Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Creative Kids Preschool Crafts for Kids Create 12 Pop Stick Art Figures with 400+ Stickers & Punch Outs Toddler Art Set, Fine Motor Activities for Toddlers Arts and Crafts for Kids Age 3+ • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Cricut Vinyl Transfer Tape, Standard Grip, 12 x 48 Inches, Clear • School Specialty $8.99 2 $17.98
Perler Woodland Creatures Fuse Bead Bucket Craft Activity Kit, 6006 pcs • Amazon Business $13.00 1 $13.00
600 Pieces Jungle Animal Stickers Roll 1.5 Inch Zoo Animal Stickers Adorable Round Face Animal Label Decals Perforated Roll Sticker Teacher Reward Encouraging Stickers for Kid Party Envelope Seal Tags • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$264.17

Vendor shipping charges

$4.10

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$302.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.33

Total project goal

$355.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$355.56

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$355.56

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