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

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Mathematical Marvels

Help me give my students hands-on tools and organizational supplies to reach our fullest potential.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Popoalii's classroom raised $1,237

This project is fully funded

My Project

In an engaging and hands-on learning experience, my students will embark on a dynamic journey of exploration using a diverse array of educational tools. Armed with fraction manipulatives, 2-hole punchers, and storage bins, they will delve into the world of fractions, discovering the fundamental principles through interactive activities.

Equipped with protractors, they will measure angles and explore geometric concepts, fostering a deeper appreciation for spatial relationships.

The book cart becomes a mobile library for tools and supplies, making it easier to move and take materials where we need them.

The introduction of diodes and batteries sparks an electrifying curiosity as students delve into basic circuitry, employing copper tape and shrinky dinks to craft their own electronic creations. Command strips provide a versatile means of displaying their innovative projects, transforming the classroom into a gallery of ingenuity.

The fraction card game injects an element of friendly competition, reinforcing mathematical skills in a playful manner. Lego bricks and Magna Tiles take learning to new dimensions, allowing students to construct models that embody mathematical concepts in a tangible way.

Post-it notes and flair pens serve as tools for reflection and creative expression, enabling students to annotate their discoveries and bring vibrant ideas to life. This dynamic toolkit fosters a holistic approach to learning, combining mathematical principles with creativity and hands-on exploration, ensuring that your students not only understand but also enjoy the fascinating world of education.

Mrs. Popoalii Haha'ione Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Honolulu, HI View local requests 24 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Workington Rolling Book Truck Book Cart with 3 Flat Shelves, Double Sided Library Office School Book Cart with Swivel Lockable Casters 3002 Black • Amazon Business $229.90 1 $229.90
Lakeshore Multiplying Fractions Hands-On Teaching Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Command Medium Picture Hanging Strips, Damage Free Hanging of Dorm Decorations, 22 Pairs, 44 Command Strips (17204-22NA) • Quill.com $23.99 3 $71.97
LEGO Classic Large Brick Box - 10698 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $67.46 1 $67.46
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 $59.99 1 $59.99
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Fraction Tower Cubes Montessori Math Materials for Kids to Learn Fraction Equivalence Math Manipulatives 4th Grade Fraction Cube, Homeschool Supplies (Set of 51) • Amazon Business $17.72 3 $53.16
Lakeshore Multiplying Fractions Hands-On Student Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $8.99 5 $44.95
IRIS USA Medium Portable Desktop File Box, Clear - 6 Pack, Side Handles, Hanging File Folders, Tabs & Inserts, Letter Size • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Fraction War Math Game - Fun Math Game to Learn, Compare and Simplify Fractions for 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Ultra Colors Post-it Notes - 14 Pads • Teachers' School Supply $31.18 1 $31.18
Lakeshore Protractors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Shrink Plastic Sheet Kit for Shrinky Dink, chfine 200Pcs Heat Shrinky Art Crafts Set, Include 20Pcs Blank Shrink Art Film Paper and 5Pcs Shrink Art Paper with Pattern,175 Accessories for Kids Creative • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Barcaloo Peel and Stick Self Adhesive Baseplates Mat, Compatible with Lego Base Plates Multipack, Panels for Table Top Play - 10 Inch x 10 Inch Adhesive Building Brick Play Wall Panel, 2 Green, 2 Blue • Amazon Business $22.48 1 $22.48
Paper Mate Felt Tip Pens Flair Marker Pens, Medium Point, Assorted, 24 Count • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
CR2032 Lithium Button Battery, 230mAh 3 Volt Coin Battery, Coin Button Cell 25 PCS in Original Package (100PCS) • Amazon Business $18.89 1 $18.89
Officemate 2-Hole Punch 50 Sheet Capacity Black (90082) • Staples $16.11 1 $16.11
Oubaka 4 Pack Copper Foil Tape,Copper Tape Double-Sided Conductive with Adhesive for EMI Shielding,Paper Circuits, Electrical Repairs, Grounding(1/4inch) • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
YUEONEWIN 500Pcs 3mm LED Diodes Assortment Kit Round Diffused Led Light Emitting Diode Circuit LED Assorted Set for Arduino, Electronics PCB DIY, Raspberry Pi (White/Red/Yellow/Blue/Green) • Amazon Business $9.96 1 $9.96
School Smart Sentence Strips, 3 x 24 Inches, White, 43 lb, Pack of 100, Blue • School Specialty $4.72 2 $9.44

Materials cost

$922.52

Vendor shipping charges

$43.73

Sales tax

$40.59

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,050.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$185.41

Total project goal

$1,236.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,236.09

3 Donors

-$1,056.09

Donations toward project cost

-$1,050.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.41

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$180.00

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$0.00

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