Help me give my students the opportunity to create vibrant sculptures using plastic plates, vibrant colored Sharpie markers, and heat guns. This is a hands-on opportunity to understand the properties of plastic, heat manipulation, and 3D artistic form.
$414 goal
This project expired on August 28, 2025.
This project expired on August 28, 2025.
My Project
I love my GT students because they think outside the box—they are creative, curious, and love to get hands-on with their learning. Their energy and willingness to explore new ideas makes every lesson an adventure, and it’s inspiring to see them push boundaries and think in ways others might not. These students thrive when given the freedom to experiment, question, and invent, and I am always looking for ways to spark that excitement in the classroom.
Giving them plastic plates, markers, and heat guns opens the door to unforgettable, tactile learning, inspired by artist Dale Chihuly.
Through this project, they’ll discover the properties of plastic, the effects of heat, and the concept of transformation in a real, visual way. More than just a science lesson, it’s a creative journey that connects art, chemistry, and engineering. They won’t just learn—they’ll remember what it felt like to turn an ordinary item into something spectacular, and that kind of experience fuels lifelong curiosity.
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Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Assorted, 24/Pack (2185229)
• Quill.com
$21.19
4
$84.76
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Mystic Gem Colors, Pack of 24
• School Specialty
$24.67
2
$49.34
SEEKONE Heat Gun 1800W Heavy Duty Fast Heat Hot Air Gun Kit with 752℉&1112℉（400℃-600℃） Dual-Temperature Settings and 4 Nozzles with Overheat Protection for Crafts, Shrinking PVC, Stripping Paint
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8
• Blick Art Materials
$9.08
4
$36.32
Munfix 200 White Plastic Plates Set - 9 Inch Plastic Dinner Plates, Disposable Plates Bulk Pack, Party Plates for BBQ, Picnic, Parties, Travel and Events, Microwavable Recyclable
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
Munfix 200 Clear Plastic Plates Set - 6 Inch Disposable Dessert Plates, Bulk Pack for Party BBQ, Picnic, Parties, Travel and Events, Microwavable Recyclable
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Sharpie Permanent Markers Set, Quick Drying And Fade Resistant Fine Point Marker For Wood, Plastic, Paper, Metal, And More, Drawing, Coloring, And Poster Marker , Black, 12 Count
• Amazon Business
$7.41
2
$14.82
Tong Black 10-1/2 in L Stainless Steel
• Grainger
$6.18
2
$12.36
Materials cost
$279.56
Vendor shipping charges
$14.88
Sales tax
$22.78
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.19
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$351.41
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$62.01
Total project goal
$413.42
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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