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Mrs. T. from East Haven, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Motivating Minds with Prizes and Play!

Help me give my students prizes for the prize box, such as slime, fidgets, Pokémon cards, and more!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. T.'s classroom raised $276

This project is fully funded

My Project

In my classroom, celebrating effort, growth, and good choices is an important part of building a positive learning environment. That’s why I’m requesting a variety of prizes and student incentives to motivate and reward my students in meaningful, exciting ways.

The items I'm requesting include Pokémon cards, squishies, slime, pull-back cars, and keychains to use as high-interest rewards that students love.

Pencil toppers and silly scents make school supplies fun and engaging. Crayola dough and building block sets offer creative, hands-on rewards that also support fine motor and problem-solving skills. Sheet protectors organize student work.

These rewards will be used in our classroom prize box and as part of our positive behavior and goal-setting systems. For many of my students, especially those who thrive on routine and tangible encouragement, these small prizes are a big motivator that keeps them excited about learning and making good choices.

With your support, I can keep our classroom filled with smiles, motivation, and a sense of accomplishment—because when students feel recognized and appreciated, they do their very best.

Thank you for helping make learning fun and rewarding!

Mrs. T. Deer Run Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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 three‑quarters 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pokemon Center 110 Bulk Collectible Pokemon Cards Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.69 4 $34.76
KTRIO 600 Pack Sheet Protectors 8.5 x 11 inch, Clear Page Protector for 3 Ring Binder, Plastic Sleeves for Binders, Top Loading Paper Sheets Document Sleeve Letter Size, Office & Home • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs | 6 Colors & Scents | Christmas Party Favors for Kids | Christmas Stocking Stuffers | Classroom Gifts • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Crayola Play Sand, Silly Scents | 60 x 1oz Tubs of Moldable Play Sand in 6 Bright Colors | Christmas Party Favors for Kids Goodie Bags, Classroom Prizes, Sensory Bin Toys, Bags • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
FUN LITTLE TOYS Party Favor for Kids, Mini Animals Building Blocks Sets Goodie Bags Stuffers for Kid, Small Toy Prizes, 12Pack Birthday Party Favor Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $19.90 1 $19.90
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Fervfes 48 Packs Unicorn Galaxy Slime, Colorful Sludgy Gooey Fidget Galaxy Slime Kit for Sensory and Tactile Stimulation, Prize, Party Slime Favors,Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $14.59 1 $14.59
Zddaoole 100 Pcs Cute Pencil Topper Decoration,Bulk Random Pencil Topper Accessories,Different Pencil Clips Decorations for Pupil/Junior Students Gifts,Awards,Prize • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
GADMEXILY 100pcs Cartoon Keychain for Kids Party Favors, Mini Cute Keyring for Classroom Prizes, Birthday Christmas Party Favors Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers Supplies, 20 Colors • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Benzem 50 Pcs Mini Pull Back Cars Set, Pull Back Racing Vehicles for Kids Toddlers, Bulk Toys Party Favors Treasure Box, Classroom Prizes, Pinata Fillers,Goodie Bag Stuffers for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98

Materials cost

$200.77

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$233.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.26

Total project goal

$275.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $275.04

1 Donor

-$137.52

Donations toward project cost

-$116.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.63

match offer

-$137.52

Match offer toward project cost

-$116.89

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.63

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 $0.00

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