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Mrs. Isabel from Saint Paul, MN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Isabel's classroom raised $327

Playful Learning: Enhancing Education with Cleaning Supplies and Hands-On Manipulatives

Help me give my students by providing cleaning supplies and manipulatives that enhance learning through play, fostering creativity, engagement, and hands-on exploration to help them succeed in a dynamic classroom environment.

This project is fully funded

Mrs. Isabel Maxfield Elementary School
Saint Paul, MN Grades PreK-2

My Project

My students are curious, creative, and eager to learn through hands-on experiences. They thrive in an interactive, dynamic environment where they can engage with materials and collaborate with peers. Their unique personalities and diverse backgrounds contribute to a rich and inclusive classroom culture where every student’s potential can flourish.

The cleaning supplies will ensure a hygienic and safe environment, allowing students to focus on learning without distractions.

The manipulatives will provide hands-on, interactive tools that enhance understanding through play, reinforcing key concepts and encouraging creativity. These items will support diverse learning styles and foster problem-solving skills.

The goal is to create an engaging and safe classroom environment where students can explore, experiment, and develop critical thinking skills. By integrating cleaning supplies and manipulatives, I aim to promote independent learning, cleaning, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of academic concepts through play-based activities.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

19 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Isabel Maxfield Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Saint Paul, MN View local requests

Nearly all 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

19 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Educational Insights Playfoam Pluffle Bright Colors - 6 Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $53.96 1 $53.96
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, Low-Odor, Pack of 36, Perfect for Whiteboards, Non-Porous Surfaces & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.44 2 $40.88
Gifts2U Marble Run Toy, 130Pcs Educational Construction Maze Block Toy Set with Glass Marbles for Kids and Parent-Child Game • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Bundle, Home Apartment Dorm Room Essentials and Cleaning Supplies, All Purpose Cleaner, Multi-surface Cleaning Wipes, Multi-Scent Sanitizing Wipes Bundle, 80 Count (4pk) • Amazon Business $14.97 2 $29.94
Elementree - Sustainable Printer Paper For Everyday Printing and Copying 8.5 x 11 20lb/ 75gsm 500 Sheets Per Ream (00918) - White • Best Buy Education $5.86 4 $23.44
Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue, 3-Ply, 120 Tissues/Box, 3 Boxes/Pack (54314) • Quill.com $7.79 2 $15.58
Lysol All-Purpose Cleaner, Sanitizing and Disinfecting Spray, To Clean and Deodorize, Mango & Hibiscus Scent, 32oz • Amazon Business $3.97 1 $3.97

Materials cost

$243.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$277.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.95

Total project goal

$326.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$326.34

1 Donor

-$326.34

Donations toward project cost

-$277.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.95

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$0.00

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