Mind Benders: Puzzles and Games Building Logical Brains
Help me give my students games that are designed to enhance problem solving and cognitive skills.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Stocks's classroom raised $514
This project is fully funded
My Project
As second-grade students continue to face academic challenges in an increasingly demanding learning environment, it's essential to find innovative ways to engage and motivate them. Many seven year olds struggle with maintaining focus and interest in traditional learning methods.
By incorporating educational games, puzzles, and hands-on tools into the classroom, we can create a more dynamic and interactive learning experience that encourages cognitive growth, problem-solving, and teamwork.
These activities are specifically designed to enhance students' observational skills, quick thinking, and coordination, while also fostering social interaction and building confidence.
Please help introduce a variety of STEM-based games and activities to our classroom that will inspire my second graders to embrace challenges, strengthen their reasoning abilities, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Nearly all 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
hand2mind Colorful Nestable Bucket Balance, Clear Double Bucket Balance Scale for Liquids and Solids, Easy to Assemble Kids Scale, Space Saving Storage Base, Balance Scale for Classroom (Set of 4)
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$83.78
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$83.78
Educational Insights Wireless Eggspert 2.4 GHz - Classroom Games and Buzzers, Teacher and Classroom Must Haves, Back to School Supplies
• Amazon Business
$73.47
1
$73.47
The Uzzle 3.0 Board Game, Family Board Games for Children & Adults, Block Puzzle Games for Ages 4+
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
The Uzzle Stack Royale Board Game, Fast & Fun Family Board Game for Children & Adults, Color Block Puzzles Games for Ages 4+
• Amazon Business
$29.99
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$29.99
ThinkFun Invasion of the Cow Snatchers - Engaging STEM Logic Game | Ideal for Boys and Girls Aged 6 & Up | Innovative Magnet Maze Puzzle | Skill-Building Brain Teaser
• Amazon Business
$28.04
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$28.04
PicassoTiles Magnetic Marble Run Marbles for Kids Race Track Toy Set Marble Maze Sensory Toys for Toddlers STEM Educational Magnet Building Blocks Construction Building Tiles Boys Girls 3+
• Amazon Business
$22.65
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$22.65
ThinkFun Zingo Sight Words Game - Award-Winning Early Reading Game | Developed by Educators | Toy of the Year Finalist | Ideal for Pre-K to 2nd Grade | Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$19.23
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$19.23
ThinkFun Zingo Word Builder - Classic Early Reading Game | Enhances Vocabulary & Spelling Skills | Award-Winning Educational Toy for Kids and Adults
• Amazon Business
$16.79
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$16.79
Think Fun Zingo! Sight Words Boost - Engaging Brain Game | Expansive Vocabulary Builder | Stimulates Memory & Concentration | for Kids Aged 4 and Up | Expansion Pack (76472)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
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$11.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Brainometry - 34 Pieces, Ages 5+ STEM Toys for Kids, Brain Teaser Toys and Games, Kindergarten Games,Back to School
• Amazon Business
$11.19
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$11.19
ThinkFun Math Dice Junior Game - Engaging Math Skills Builder | Perfect for Kids Aged 6+ | Aids in Mental Agility | Toy of the Year Nominee
• Amazon Business
$9.29
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$9.29
Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids: Spatial reasoning, math puzzles, word games, logic problems, activities, two-player games. (The Gritty Little Lamb ... & STEM skills in kids ages 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.)
• Amazon Business
$8.86
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$8.86
ThinkFun Math Dice - Engaging Mental Math Skill Game | Great for Kids Age 8 and Up | Fun Educational Activity | Compact and Travel-Friendly
• Amazon Business
$6.99
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$6.99
Materials cost
$372.26
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$29.04
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.58
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$436.88
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$77.10
Total project goal
$513.98
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$513.98
2 Donors
-$486.93
Donations toward project cost
-$436.88
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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