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Mrs. Imai from Lihue, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making Math Fun With Manipulatives

Help me give my students math resources and manipulatives to help make learning more fun and interactive.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Imai's classroom raised $739

This project is fully funded

My Project

**Empowering Math and SEL Through Hands-On Learning**

In my third-grade classroom, I aim to create a supportive, engaging environment where students feel confident exploring math concepts and developing essential social-emotional learning (SEL) skills.

To achieve this, I am seeking a variety of hands-on learning materials and organizational tools that will make math more accessible and collaborative for all learners.

The fraction and decimal tiles, place value disks, and fraction flashcards will give my students concrete ways to visualize and understand complex math concepts. By working with these manipulatives in small groups, students will practice teamwork, communication, and problem-solving—critical SEL skills that foster cooperation and mutual support. The game spinners, UNO cards, and bingo counting chips will transform math practice into fun, low-stakes activities that encourage perseverance and adaptability when faced with challenges.

To keep these materials accessible and organized, I am requesting storage containers and pencil boxes. Having a designated place for each item will help students develop responsibility and respect for shared classroom materials. The dry erase pockets will support interactive learning and allow students to make mistakes and try again without fear—building resilience and a growth mindset.

Additionally, creative supplies like the resin bees and nail charms will be used for art projects that tie into math and SEL themes, encouraging self-expression and teamwork. Through these resources, my students will not only strengthen their math skills but also build confidence, communication, and emotional regulation—skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.

Mrs. Imai Elsie Wilcox Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chistepper 2 Packs Extra Long Pencil Box Large Capacity Pencil Case Clear Plastic Storage Container Long Paint Brush Storage Box Plastic Pencil Holder with Latching Lids • Amazon Business $13.99 10 $139.90
hand2mind Plastic Double-Sided Decimal and Fraction Tiles, Montessori Math Materials, Fraction Manipulatives, Unit Fraction, Fraction Bars Math Manipulatives, Homeschool Supplies (15 Sets of 51) • Amazon Business $95.02 1 $95.02
TERGOO 2 Layer Plastic Storage Containers with Lids, Multipurpose Clear Stack & Carry Box, Portable Craft Organizers and Storage Bin for Organizing Art & Craft, Sewing, Makeup, Nail Supplies (Black) • Amazon Business $23.74 4 $94.96
hand2mind Soft Foam Place Value Disks 4 Values, Counting Chips for Kids, Math Counters Kindergarten, Math Teacher Supplies, Base 10 Math Manipulatives for Elementary School (Pack of 200) • Amazon Business $13.97 3 $41.91
Mattel Games UNO Card Game, Multi, 8 x 3-3/4 x 81/100 in (42003) • Amazon Business $6.40 6 $38.40
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Blank Fraction Tiles, Montessori Math Materials, Fraction Manipulatives, Unit Fraction, Fraction Bars Math Manipulatives, Fraction Games, Homeschool Supplies (Set of 51) • Amazon Business $5.98 4 $23.92
Plastic UNO Card Case Holder Designed for 112Pcs Classic Mattel UNO Card Game, High Capacity Playing Card Case Box Storage (NO Cards) (Set of 8) • Amazon Business $19.39 1 $19.39
Gamenote Dry Erase Pockets 30 Pack with Rings, Oversized Reusable Plastic Sleeves Shop Ticket Holders Sheet Protectors Teacher Supplies Organization for Classroom Must Have (Black) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Hotusi Game Spinner Transparent Spinners Dry Erase Math Game Spinner with Rotating Arrow for Party Games and Teaching (15Pack) • Amazon Business $9.39 2 $18.78
12 Pcs Mini Plastic Storage Containers Box with Lid, 4.5x3.4 Inches Clear Rectangle Box for Collecting Small Items, Beads, Game Pieces, Business Cards, Crafts Accessories • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
HNSYYF Multicolor Pen in One - 4-in-1 Cute Pens for Kids - 24 Ballpoint Pens for Birthdays and Children's Parties - Fun Gifts Assorted Lnk Kawaii Pens • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
120 Pcs Tiny Resin Bees for Crafts Bulk Small Mini Plastic 3D Flatback Bee Charm Embellishments for Summer Honey Themed Decor Art DIY Crafts Home Decoration • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Palksky 160 Pcs Nail Charms 3d, Gummy Bear Nail Charms for Nail Decoration, Kawaii Nail Charms for Nail Art Supplies (8 Colors) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
68 Fraction Flashcards, Funny Math Game Cards- All Fractions from 1-12 Compare and Simplify Fractions, Educational Math Learning Tool for School Supplies • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
JUNWRROW 500 Pieces 3/4 inch Transparent 6 Color Bingo Counting Chips with Bag • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
120feet UV Round Dot Paper Neon Garland Neon Streamers Neon Decorations Glow Party UV Reactive Black Light Neon Party Favors Glow in The Dark Party Supplies for Party Wedding Birthday Garlands • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$564.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$627.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.73

Total project goal

$738.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $738.21

1 Donor

-$738.21

Donations toward project cost

-$627.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.73

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