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Ms. Sullo from Hicksville, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Sullo's classroom raised $406

Piece by Piece: Building Critical Thinking in Our Puzzle Corner

Help me give my students the opportunity to unlock the power of problem-solving, perseverance, and teamwork...one puzzle piece at a time. I want to create a puzzle corner, filled with engaging jigsaw puzzles, brain teasers, and logic challenges.

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Ms. Sullo Dutch Lane Elementary School
Hicksville, NY Grades 3-5

My Project

Patience. Perseverance. Problem-solving. All from a pile of puzzle pieces.

My fifth graders are curious, creative, and always ready for a challenge.

They love hands-on activities that make them think in new ways, and puzzles give them the perfect blend of fun and focus. Many of my students don’t have access to enrichment activities outside of school, so I work hard to make our classroom a place where they can explore, problem-solve, and build confidence every day.

I want to create a dedicated puzzle corner in our classroom stocked with jigsaw puzzles, brain teasers, word puzzles, and logic games for all skill levels. This space will give students a screen-free, hands-on way to work independently or with friends to solve challenges. They’ll be able to use it during morning work, indoor recess, early finisher time, or as a calming break after big tests.

Puzzles do more than entertain—they help kids grow. Working with puzzles builds problem-solving skills, improves focus, and teaches perseverance. Students learn to analyze, plan, and adjust strategies until they succeed. When they work together, they practice communication, teamwork, and patience. Puzzles also offer a sense of accomplishment that boosts self-confidence and encourages a “can-do” attitude.

Your support will bring a permanent puzzle corner to our classroom, giving my students daily opportunities to stretch their thinking, work cooperatively, and discover the joy of tackling challenges head-on. These are skills they’ll carry into every subject—and into life.

Thank you for helping my students put the pieces together for lifelong learning.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

22 students impacted 8 donors
Ms. Sullo Dutch Lane Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hicksville, NY View local requests

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

22 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
1500 Pieces Jigsaw Puzzle Table with Drawers Angle & Height Adjustable Puzzle Tables for Adults Tilting Folding Portable Puzzle Board Table Birthday Gifts for Women & Men • Amazon Business $109.99 1 $109.99
30 Pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Size Waterproof File Bags, with 10 Colors, for Organizing Office Supplies, Board Games, Puzzles, and Classroom Organization, Assorted Letter Size Zipper Pouches • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Mattel Games Blokus XL Strategy Board Game, Family Game for Kids & Adults with Colorful Oversized Pieces & Just One Rule (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Gravity Maze - Game • AKJ Education $21.89 1 $21.89
Quirkle - Game • AKJ Education $18.98 1 $18.98
Worldwide Landmark Jigsaw Puzzles – 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults/Travel Puzzle/Jigsaw Puzzle Stunning/Puzzles for Adults 1000 Pieces and Up/ 20" x 27"/ 4 Fun Bonus Items by LetsPuzl • Amazon Business $18.97 1 $18.97
Ravensburger A Good Day 300 Piece Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults & Kids Age 14 Years Up • Amazon Business $14.65 1 $14.65
ThinkFun Rush Hour Traffic Jam Logic Game - Engaging STEM Toy for Kids Age 8 and Up | Enhances Reasoning & Planning Skills | Over 20 Awards Winner | Trusted Worldwide Seller for Over 20 Years • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Becko US Jigsaw Puzzles 500 Pieces Puzzles for Adults 500 Piece Puzzles for Kids and Adults (Theme Park) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Ravensburger Cosmic Exploration Kids Jigsaw Puzzle | 200 Unique XXL Pieces | Anti-Glare Fun & Educational Toy | FSC Certified - 19.5" x 14.25" Multicolor • Amazon Business $11.92 1 $11.92
Ravensburger Animals of The Savannah Puzzle - 200 Unique Pieces | Kids' Educational Fun Puzzle Pieces | Sustainable FSC Certified Material | Ideal Family Activity • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Buffalo Games - Delightful Donuts - 300 Large Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Multicolor, 18"L X 18"W • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
Puzzles for Kids Ages 4-6 - Underwater World, 100 Piece Puzzle for Kids 3 4 5 6 Year Old Toddler Puzzles Learning Educational Jigsaw Puzzle Toys Boys Girls Gifts • Amazon Business $7.53 1 $7.53

Materials cost

$309.76

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$344.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.78

Total project goal

$405.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $405.19

7 Donors

-$264.26

Donations toward project cost

-$232.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.14

match offer

-$132.13

Match offer toward project cost

-$112.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.82

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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 $0.00

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