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Mrs. Durado from Kalispell, MT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Math Magic: Hands-On Tools for Young Learners

Help me give my students the opportunity to discover the magic of math with interactive tools that make learning engaging and effective. Your support will enrich their experience, build foundational skills, and foster a lifelong love for learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Durado's classroom raised $490

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am continually amazed by the curiosity and enthusiasm of our kindergartners. Their eagerness to explore and understand the world around them is truly inspiring. Each day, they approach learning with a sense of wonder and excitement that is contagious. However, to fully nurture their budding mathematical minds, they need more than just traditional teaching methods—they need hands-on tools that make abstract concepts tangible and engaging.

Hands-on math learning tools, such as magnetic blocks, manipulatives to teach as well as addition and subtraction are crucial in helping young learners grasp foundational concepts.

Allowing students to physically interact with numbers and geometric shapes is a powerful way to further their mathematical understanding. Tactile experiences not only makes math more accessible but also solidifies their understanding through play. By manipulating these tools, kindergartners can visualize and internalize concepts like addition, subtraction, and spatial awareness in a way that traditional worksheets cannot offer.

The goal of this project is to enhance our classroom environment with these vital resources, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to engage with math in a meaningful way. We aim to foster a love for learning by making math enjoyable and interactive, which will lay a strong foundation for their future academic success.

Our students are special because of their boundless energy and unique perspectives. They bring a fresh outlook to every lesson, making each day an adventure in discovery. By integrating hands-on math tools into their learning experience, we can support their individual needs and learning styles, and celebrate their progress as they grow into confident, capable learners.

Mrs. Durado Cornelius Hedges 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.

Kalispell, MT View local requests

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

60 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
PicassoTiles 15-Piece Magnetic Character Action Figures Add-on Set for Construction Building Block Tiles • Amazon Business $39.39 3 $118.17
54 PCS Magnetic Blocks, Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3+, Montessori Toys, Magnetic Cubes, Preschool STEM Educational Sensory Magnet Toys for Kids Ages 3-5 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $27.98 3 $83.94
Lakeshore Accelerate Math! Simple Addition Activity Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 2 $59.98
AFUNX 130 PCS Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks 3D Clear Construction Playboards, Inspiration, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Educational Magnet Toy Set for Kids with 2 Cars • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Lakeshore See & Solve Math Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $22.99 1 $22.99
hand2mind Numberblocks Memory Match Game (95399) • Quill.com $11.09 2 $22.18
idoot Magnetic Tiles STEM Sensory Building Toys for 3+ Year Old Girls Boys Preschool Classroom Must Haves Educational Toddler Game • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$376.24

Vendor shipping charges

$4.15

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$416.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.42

Total project goal

$489.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$489.45

1 Donor

-$489.45

Donations toward project cost

-$416.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.42

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$0.00

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