This is my second year teaching STEM at my elementary school. Unfortunately, there is not a budget for the STEM program and I do not have a lot of supplies. These supplies will provide our students the opportunity to engage in hands-on, creative learning experiences that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, engineering, collaboration and team building. My students loved having STEM as a part of their rotations last year. They were always excited to learn and discover new things. Having these makerspace supplies such as the spoons, pipe cleaner, cups, straws, popsicle sticks etc. give my students a space to be creative, experiment, and design new things such as creating a catapult or building the tallest tower that can withstand the weight of a remote control. Magnetic blocks, Creative Straw STEM building toys, and the Stick and Ball Geometry kit will introduce my students to engineering 2D and 3D buildings or bridges and if it does not stay together they can see what did not work and how they can make improvements. The bins I requested would help keep all of these supplies tidy and organized.
My goal for this project is to simply enhance their STEM learning by incorporating makerspace activities to strengthen students' understanding of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
I want to cultivate their creativity and encourage them to think outside the box and work on developing solutions to problems. I want to create a learning environment where students work together, share ideas, and communicate effectively. I want to provide students with practical skills that can be applied in various aspects of life and future careers.
What makes my students special is their boundless curiosity and willingness to take on challenges. They thrive in environments where they can experiment, make mistakes, and learn through hands-on experiences.
Coodoo Upgraded Magnetic Blocks 138PCS Magnetic Building Tiles STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Learning by Playing Games for Toddlers Kids Compatible with Major Brands Building Blocks
• Amazon Business
$39.99
2
$79.98
SIUQ 1200 Pack 3 oz Paper Cups, Small Disposable Bathroom Mouthwash Cups, Espresso Cups,Mini White Paper Cups 3 Ounce for Parties, Bathroom, Picnics, Travel and Events
• Amazon Business
TashiBox 12 oz disposable plastic party cups (Red, 100)
• Amazon Business
$14.89
3
$44.67
Creative Straw STEM Building Toys 450Pcs Aged for 3-5 5-7 Preschool Kids Constructor Toy Thin Tube Toy DIY Educational Interlocking Plastic Engineering Toys Kit for Boys and Girls Gift
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
Jutom 60 Pcs Gears Bulletin Board Border Colorful Cutouts for Bulletin Board Bulletin Board Trim Science Themed Decoration Border for School Classroom Chalkboard Office Home
• Amazon Business
$11.79
3
$35.37
CadineUS 16 Quart Clear Storage Bins, Plastic Tubs with Lids for Storage, 2-Pack
• Amazon Business
$30.55
1
$30.55
Pipe Cleaners Chenille Stems 1050 Pieces 30 Assorted Colors for Craft Arts Creative DIY Projects Decorations, 6mm x 12inch Fuzzy Colored Chenille Stem Sticks Set Craft Supplies for Kids and Adults
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
DecorRack Clear Plastic Storage Containers, 6 Quart Shoe Boxes, Stackable, Perfect for Toy Storage, Cat and Dog Food Container, Grey (9 Pack)
• Amazon Business
Dixie Stirrers/Sipper Straws by GP PRO, White and Red Striped, 1000/Box (HS5CC)
• Quill.com
$13.59
1
$13.59
50 Pcs Foam Numbered Dice Number Foam Dice 0.75 Inch Soft Foam Cubes for Kids Math Educational and Learning Activities Preschool Early Development Party Gift, Yellow Numbers 1-6 and Blue Numbers 7-12
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Scotch Double Sided Tape with Tape Dispenser, Office and School Supplies for Arts and Crafts, Alternative to Scrapbooking Tape, 0.5 in. x 500 in., 6 Tape Rolls With One Tape Dispenser
• Amazon Business
$10.65
1
$10.65
500 Pcs Colorful Disposable Drinking Plastic Straws.(0.23'' diameter and 8.26" long)-8 Colors
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Mr. Pen- Popsicle Stick, Craft Sticks, 4.5 Inch, 200 Pack, Wax Sticks, Popsicle Stick Crafts for Kids, Wood Sticks, Wooden Sticks for Crafts, Sticks for Crafting, Ice Cream Sticks, Wood Craft Sticks
• Amazon Business
$4.84
2
$9.68
Staples 3 x 5 Index Cards Lined White 500/Pack (TR51009)
• Staples
$4.70
2
$9.40
Zonon 40 Pcs Stem Science Bulletin Board Set Stem Classroom Decorations Scientist Posters Gear Shaped Cutouts Teachers Banner Wall Decor for Pre School Elementary Middle School Office Party Supplies
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
UMETDO 8PCS Colored Masking Tape - Painters Tape, Rainbow Colors Rolls, Kids Art Supplies, Great for Crafts, Labeling, DIY Decorative, 1/2 Inch Masking Tape- Tiny Size
• Amazon Business
$6.23
1
$6.23
61 Pack Science Classroom Decor Science Posters Stem Classroom Decorations Science Bulletin Board Cutouts Classroom Decals for Teachers Preschool Elementary Middle School Office Party Supplies
• Amazon Business
$5.79
1
$5.79
SHARPIE Permanent Markers, Quick-drying, and Fade Resistant, Fine Point, Black, 12 Count
• Amazon Business
$5.44
1
$5.44
Staples 3 x 5 Index Cards Lined Assorted Colors 300/Pack (TR50998)
• Staples
$3.91
1
$3.91
Materials cost
$549.89
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.25
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$588.14
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$103.79
Total project goal
$691.93
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$691.93
4 Donors
-$350.94
Donations toward project cost
-$337.19
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$13.75
match offer
-$295.24
Match offer toward project cost
-$250.95
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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