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Ms. Shepherd from Washington DC is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mighty Metamorphosis!

Help me give my students the thrill of witnessing caterpillars transform into butterflies!

  • 2 donors
  • $290 still needed

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Step into the enchanting world of butterflies where magic unfolds right before your eyes! Picture this: delicate eggs hatching into ravenous caterpillars, then slipping into a mysterious cocoon, only to emerge as graceful butterflies. It's nature's own captivating spectacle, and we want to bring this wonder straight into our classroom!

Teaching about butterflies isn't just educational, it's an adventure waiting to happen.

Imagine your students' eyes lighting up as they witness firsthand the miraculous journey from caterpillar to butterfly. It's a hands-on experience like no other, sparking curiosity and igniting their passion for nature.

But it's not just about the thrill of watching these winged beauties transform. Learning about butterfly life cycles is like unlocking the secrets of the universe for young minds. It's a gateway to understanding the circle of life, igniting a sense of wonder and appreciation for the world around us.

And guess what? The fun doesn't end in the classroom! Thanks to your support, each student will take home their very own butterfly life cycle model and a captivating book to dive deeper into the enchanting world of butterflies. It's a gift that keeps on giving, inspiring a lifelong love for nature and exploration.

So let's spread our wings and embark on this magical journey together! With your help, we can turn our classroom into a haven of discovery and wonder, where the beauty of butterflies takes flight in the hearts and minds of our future generation. Let's make learning an unforgettable adventure!

Ms. Shepherd
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Insect Lore Butterfly Learning Toy - 4 Piece Set Shows Metamorphasis Of A Butterfly • Amazon Business $13.59 16 $217.44
How Does a Caterpillar Change?: Life Cycles with The Very Hungry Caterpillar (The World of Eric Carle) • Amazon Business $4.99 17 $84.83
Insect Lore Deluxe Two Cups of Caterpillars • Amazon Business $27.27 1 $27.27
Aneco 25 Pack 9.5 x 9.5 Inch Non-woven Tote Bags Party Gift Bag Goodie Treat Bags with Handles Party Favor, 5 Colors • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
The Amazing Life Cycle of Butterflies (Look and Wonder) • Amazon Business $10.55 1 $10.55
FANCY LAND Butterfly Make a Face Stickers Butterflies Sticker Sheets for Kids Art Crafts Spring Birthday Party Favors 24Pcs • Amazon Business $5.39 1 $5.39

Materials cost

$359.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $21.57

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$416.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.49

Total project goal

$489.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $489.92

1 Donor

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

PNC Grow Up Great® match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $289.92

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