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Mrs. Merritt from Indianapolis, IN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Make Magic For Mrs. Merritt's Little Learners

Help me give my students new hands on learning tools to use for Math, Literacy and free play!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Merritt's classroom raised $684

This project is fully funded

My Project

My project has a variety of items all geared to help my students and our learning environment. I have chosen a few hands on learning tools for Literacy, Math and free play. These learning tools are designed to help my students explore and grow while learning.

Since this is my second year in Kindergarten, I wanted to build my classroom library with specific books that my students could relate to.

I have selected a few books that they will be able to identify with the main character. The lessons in the stories will also help with character development.

I have also included some general supplies that I need to make my classroom complete this year. I am replacing many storage bins to some that are a bit more sturdier and will be consistent throughout the classroom. I also added a few items to help my instruction.

I appreciate any and all donations. Please know that my goal is to create an exciting and safe environment where my students can learn and grow. I want to instill a love of life long learning in all children who enter my classroom.

Mrs. Merritt Spring Mill Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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

21 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Eslite Plastic Storage Baskets,11.4X8.9X4.7",Pack of 4 (Black) • Amazon Business $25.99 3 $77.97
Post-it Super Sticky Mini Easel Pad, 15 x 18 Inches, 20 Sheets/Pad, 6 Pads, White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students (577SS) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
[ 8 Pack ] Plastic Storage Baskets - Small Pantry Organization and Storage Bins - Household Organizers for Laundry Room, Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Kitchens, Cabinets, Countertop, Under Sink or On Shelves • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Scholastic Classroom Resources Pocket Chart Monthly Calendar, Black (SC583866) • Amazon Business $26.49 1 $26.49
Magnetic Balls and Rods Set, Wotalk 66PCS Magnetic Blocks Sticks Children Educational Stacking，STEM Magnet Toys for Kids Age 3+， Montessori Toys for Toddlers Gifts… • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Coogam Wooden Reading Blocks Short Vowel Rods Spelling Games, Flash Cards Turning Rotating Letter Puzzle for Kids, Sight Words Montessori Spinning Alphabet Learning Toy for Preschool Boys Girls • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
EOOUT 36pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Puzzle Bags Zipper Bags for Organizing Classroom Organization Plastic Zipper Pouch in 11 Colors Letter Size A4 Size Board Games Storage and School Office Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens | Medium Point 0.7 Millimeter Marker Pens | Back to School Supplies for Teachers & Students | Assorted Colors, 24 Count • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
KID K’NEX – Build A Bunch Set – 66 Pieces – For Ages 3+ Construction  Educational Toy (Amazon Exclusive), packaging may vary • Amazon Business $17.56 1 $17.56
I'm NOT just a Scribble... • Amazon Business $17.43 1 $17.43
Melissa & Doug Animal Alphabet Floor Puzzle - 24 Pieces • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
CozyBomB Monkey Balance Counting Cool Math Games - STEM Toys for 3 4 5 Year olds Cool Math Educational Kindergarten - Number Learning Material for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
Learning Resources Smart Snacks Number Pops - 20 Pieces, Ages 18+ months Toddler Number Learning Toys, Preschool Math Games, Fine Motor Toys, Numbers for Kids • Amazon Business $16.76 1 $16.76
KINDergarten: Where Kindness Matters Every Day • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Teacher Created Resources Power Pen Learning Cards: Blends & Digraphs • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Vorspack Drawstring Backpacks Bulk 10 Pieces String Bags Customized Bags for Party Gym Sport Trip - Black • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Find Your Calm: A Mindful Approach To Relieve Anxiety and Grow Your Bravery • Amazon Business $15.23 1 $15.23
Mini Dry Erase Erasers, IHPUKIDI 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers Chalkboard Cleaner Wiper for Kids and Classroom Teacher Supplies, Home and Office (2 x 2 Inch) Green • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
LIKEE Wooden Pattern Blocks Jigsaw Puzzle Montessori Toys Sorting and Stacking Games for Toddlers Kids Boys Girls Age 3+ Years Old (36 Shape Pieces& 60 Design Cards) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
The Queen of Kindergarten • Amazon Business $14.39 1 $14.39
Learning Resources Snap-n-Learn Alphabet Alligators - 26 Double-Sided Pieces, Ages 18+ Months Toddler Learning Toys, Alphabet Learning for Toddlers, Preschool Learning Toys • Amazon Business $13.86 1 $13.86
Teacher Created Resources Power Pen Learning Cards: Reading Readiness • Amazon Business $13.60 1 $13.60
The Not-So-Friendly Friend: How To Set Boundaries for Healthy Friendships • Amazon Business $13.00 1 $13.00
Listening to My Body: A guide to helping kids understand the connection between their sensations (what the heck are those?) and feelings so that they can get better at figuring out what they need. • Amazon Business $12.77 1 $12.77
The King of Kindergarten • Amazon Business $9.15 1 $9.15
School Smart Ruled Sentence Strips, 3 x 24 Inches, Manila, Pack of 100 - 6468 • Amazon Business $4.19 2 $8.38

Materials cost

$542.43

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$580.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.45

Total project goal

$683.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $683.02

6 Donors

-$341.50

Donations toward project cost

-$290.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.22

match offer

-$341.52

Match offer toward project cost

-$290.29

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.23

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