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Ms. McCallian from Wahiawa, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Miss Diane's Play-Based Preschool!

Help me give my students materials that support their development and play based learning!

  • $981 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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My Project

I am investing in these classroom materials for my preschool class to create an enriching and dynamic environment that fosters holistic development through play-based learning. These materials serve as vital tools to enhance various facets of early education, allowing my students to explore foundational concepts such as math, alphabet, and social skills like sharing in an engaging manner. Incorporating manipulatives, puzzles, and interactive resources not only cultivates an atmosphere of curiosity but also encourages hands-on exploration, critical thinking, and problem-solving. By integrating these materials into our daily activities, I aim to create a nurturing space where children naturally absorb essential academic and social skills while joyfully engaging in their educational journey.

Ms. McCallian
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
School Specialty Multi-Ethnic Family Figures Kit, Vinyl, Set of 32 - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $112.27 1 $112.27
The Freckled Frog Wooden Community People - 42 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $73.76 1 $73.76
Toysmith 80-Piece Marble Run • Nasco $21.21 3 $63.63
Lakeshore Treehouse Imagination Builders • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Kangler Kids Foam Puzzle Play Mat (36-Piece Set) 5.9inch x 5.9inch Interlocking EVA Floor Tiles with Alphabet and Numbers • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
LEGO Classic Medium Brick Box - 10696 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $42.26 1 $42.26
Hopscotch Playmat Foam Interlocking Puzzle Floor Mat - 10 Large Number Tiles (12" by 12" Square Blocks) • Amazon Business $20.76 2 $41.52
Learning Resources Magnetic Healthy Food Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $35.06 1 $35.06
Hasbro Hungry Hungry Hippos - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Ocean Animal Counters • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
ELMER'S Celebration Slime Kit, Slime Supplies Include Assorted Magical Liquid Slime Activators and Assorted Liquid Glues, 10 Count • Amazon Business $26.74 1 $26.74
Lakeshore Dig & Discover Gemstones • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
TREND Enterprises, Inc. Trend Enterprises Uppercase and Lowercase 2-Piece Alphabet Puzzles, Set of 24 - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler - Durable • School Specialty $19.57 1 $19.57
Educational Insights Number Beanbags, Learn Numbers, Toddler Learning Toy, Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Must Haves, Set of 20 Beanbags, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
Lakeshore Dinosaurs Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Alphabet Train Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
hand2mind Numberblocks Counting Puzzle Set (95401) • Quill.com $15.99 1 $15.99
Kingrol 5.5 Lbs Glass Gemstones Vase Fillers, Multi-Colored Flat Marble Bead Stones for DIY Craft Aquarium Fish Tank Decor Home Decor • Amazon Business $14.38 1 $14.38

Materials cost

$687.69

Vendor shipping charges

 $75.58

Sales tax

 $30.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$833.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$147.15

Total project goal

$981.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $981.00

1 Donor

-$981.00

Donations toward project cost

-$833.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.15

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