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Ms. Jessica from Boise, ID is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Little Learners, Big Pretenders!

Help me give my students dramatic play materials, a new kitchen set that's modern and to inspire creativity, and communication. With items like play kitchens, pretend food, and role-play accessories, students explore real-world scenarios in an engaging environment.

  • $1,407 goal

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

My Project

My preschool students are bright, curious, and full of potential. As a special education class, many of them are working on building foundational skills in communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation. One of the most powerful ways they learn is through play—especially dramatic play.

I'm requesting dramatic play materials such as pretend food, play kitchen sets, and themed role-play props.

These tools will transform our classroom into a place where students can explore, create, and express themselves in new and meaningful ways.

Dramatic play encourages language development, turn-taking, and cooperation—all essential skills for young learners with special needs. When a student pretends to be a chef, a doctor, or a grocery store clerk, they’re not just having fun—they’re building communication, confidence, and connection.

These materials will help create an inclusive, joyful, and purposeful learning environment where every child can thrive. With your support, we can open the door to imagination and lifelong learning.

Ms. Jessica Frontier Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Animal Care Activity Center - Wood • School Specialty $335.21 1 $335.21
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Chef Kitchen, 39 x 43-1/4 x 15-1/2 Inches, Charcoal - Wood • School Specialty $305.21 1 $305.21
Lakeshore Play-All-Around Dollhouse Furniture • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Fresh Mart Grocery Store Companion Collection Set, 70 Pieces - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $43.12 1 $43.12
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Mine to Love Bassinet - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $27.67 1 $27.67

Materials cost

$890.21

Vendor shipping charges

$208.15

Sales tax

$53.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,195.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$210.98

Total project goal

$1,406.55

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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