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Mrs. Standish from Ames, IA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Morning Moments That Matter: Activities and Rewards for Students

Help me give my students engaging morning activities, fun indoor recess options, and motivating sticker rewards to our classroom so students can learn, play, and feel celebrated every day.

  • 2 donors
  • $258 still needed

expires Jan 08

  • 2 donors
  • $258 still needed
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My Project

Help me provide my students with engaging morning soft start activities and meaningful rewards to help them begin each day with focus, creativity, and joy.

Each morning, I want my students to have the opportunity to ease into their school day with activities that promote calm, cooperation, and critical thinking.

Soft start activities like puzzles, building sets, and creative games help students transition from home to school, regulate their emotions, and build stronger peer relationships. Having these materials available will set a positive tone for the entire day.

In addition, I am requesting a variety of fun sticker packs to use as student rewards. Stickers may seem small, but they make a big impact in the classroom. They serve as a simple yet powerful way to celebrate student effort, responsibility, and perseverance. Students feel proud to earn them, and they help reinforce positive behaviors and classroom community.

With your support, I can give my students a welcoming start to their mornings and meaningful recognition for their hard work throughout the year.

Mrs. Standish Kate Mitchell Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of 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

54 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
54 PCS Magnetic Blocks, Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3+, Montessori Toys, Magnet Cubes, Preschool STEM Educational Sensory Magnet Toys for Kids Ages 3-5 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $25.26 2 $50.52
ALKISTA 48 Pcs Tetra Tower Balance Stacking Blocks Game, Board Games for 2 Players+ Family Games, Parties, Travel, Kids & Adults Team Building Blocks Toy • Amazon Business $13.99 3 $41.97
IRIS USA 5 Qt. Plastic Craft Storage Container Bins with Lids, 6 Pack, Small Art & Office Supply Organizer Tote, Sensory Bins & Boxes for Home & University, Stackable, Carry Handle, Clear • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
PicassoTiles Building Chips Interlocking Disc Construction Blocks in 12 Colors STEM Learning Early Education Toy Engineering Playset Child Brain Development for Toddlers Girls Boys Kids Age 3+ PTF108 • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
The Original TAPPLE, The Fast-Paced Family Board Game, Choose a Category & Race Against the Timer to be the Last Player, Learning Word Game for Ages 8 & Up, 2-8 Players, 15-20 Minute Play Time • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
tingbowie Light Up Memory Game Handheld Electronic Toys Color Memorizing Classic Board Games Quiz Game with Lights and Sounds • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Amerous Chess Set 17" x 17" Roll-up Travel Chess in Carry Tube with Shoulder Strap Easy to Carry for Beginner and Kids • Amazon Business $16.90 1 $16.90
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? Animal Friends Game | 2 Double-Sided Animal Sheets | 2-Player Board Games for Kids | Back to School Gifts | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.21 1 $16.21
Cute Food Vinyl Stickers Pack for Water Bottles, Waterproof, Matte, 200 Pieces • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
pcnearty 300 Pcs Sport Stickers for Kids, Sport Water Bottle Stickers, Vinyl Waterproof Laptop Sticker for Water Bottle, Bulk Sticker Packs for Boys Kids Classroom Prizes for Elementary Students • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
JCFIRE 200PCS Stickers for Kids, Mixed Waterproof Cute Animal Vinyl Scrapbook Stickers for Water Bottle, Book, Laptop, Goodie Bags Stuffers Kids Party Favors, Aesthetic Classroom Supplies Must Haves • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$236.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$16.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$286.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.61

Total project goal

$337.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$337.38

2 Donors

-$80.00

Donations toward project cost

-$68.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.00

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$257.38

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