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

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Puzzles for Learning

Help me give my students puzzles and games to enjoy during brain breaks and recess.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. English's classroom raised $337

This project is fully funded

My Project

Puzzles are a great way for students to strengthen the connections between brain cells as well as build new connections. I would like to provide my students with more puzzles and brain games so that it still stimulates critical thinking while still having fun. My class enjoys doing puzzles and figuring things out in different ways.

By providing students with puzzles they are able to develop their memory skills, learn to plan and test their ability to solve problems in their own ways.

The other materials are incentives for behavior and hard work that I would like to celebrate with my students, such as the squishes and squish mallows. I've also requested for classroom management tools such as the puck lights to use for visual signs of voice level as well as the the chime to gather my classes attention. I also added snacks that I would like to provide as incentives but also for my students who do not have any snacks or are hungry during the school day. I believe that all of these materials will benefit my students success and growth in the classroom.

Ms. English Makakilo Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

18 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Squishmallows 5" Mystery Box Plush 5 Pack-New 2024 Styles-Official Kellytoy-Soft & Squishy Mini Stuffed Animal Toy- Gift for Kids, Girls & Boys • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
SEMSMOKS Battery Operated LED Push Lights with Wireless Remote, 13 Color RGB - for Closet, Bedroom Wall, Under Cabinet, Battery Powered Puck Lights. Convenient 3M Stick On, 6 Pack • Amazon Business $20.97 1 $20.97
Dowling Magnets Adhesive Magnet Tape, 1 roll (25'L x .75"W) in dispenser, thin dark gray craft magnets for paper and photos only. Magnetic tape with adhesive backing. Classroom essentials. Item 735001 • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Reading Whisper Phones - (8-Pack) Reading Aid for Fluency, Pronunciation, and Classroom Management • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94
Ravensburger 60-Piece Animals of India Jigsaw Puzzle for Kids | Sturdy, Colorful and Glare-Free | Unique Pieces | Eco-Friendly | Ideal Toy for Ages 4-8 • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Ravensburger Railway Station Jigsaw Puzzle - Unique 60-Piece Puzzle for Kids, Anti-Glare Surface | FSC-Certified Materials | Great for Developing Skills & Creativity • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Ravensburger Rainforest Animals 60-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle | Engaging and Educational Fun | Perfectly Fitting Unique Pieces | Durable for Repeat Use | Ideal Gift for Kids Aged 4-8 Years • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Meditation Trio Chime, AKLOT Chime Three Tone Trio Chime Bell Hand Percussion Chimes for Prayer Meditation Yoga Teachers' Classroom Management • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Post-it Sticky Notes, 1-3/8 x 1-7/8 in., 24 Pads, 100 Sheets/Pad, The Original Post-it Note, Beachside Caf? Collection • Quill.com $13.59 1 $13.59
Ravensburger Outer Space 60 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle for Kids | Unique Piece Design | Premium Quality Material | Educational and Fun Toy | FSC Certified • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
80 Pcs Squishies, Mini Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids Party Favors, Animal Squishies Stress Relief Fidget Toys, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Classroom Prizes, Birthday Party Favors, and Travel Toy Gift • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Grab n' Go, Original, 15.5oz Box (40 Bars) • Amazon Business $11.56 1 $11.56
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Coogam Wooden Hexagon Puzzle for Kid Adults - Shape Pattern Block Tangram Brain Teaser Toy Geometry Logic IQ Game STEM Montessori Educational Gift for All Ages Challenge • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Coogam Wooden Blocks Puzzle Brain Teasers Toy Tangram Jigsaw Intelligence Colorful 3D Russian Blocks Game STEM Montessori Educational Gift for Kids (40 Pcs) • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Loose Leaf Binder Rings 1-Inch（100 Pack） Office Metal Book Rings, Nickel Plated Steel Key Rings for School，Sliver • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Berry, Family Pack, Gluten Free, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$238.42

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.40

Sales tax

 $10.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$285.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$50.45

Total project goal

$336.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $336.34

1 Donor

-$285.89

Donations toward project cost

-$285.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$50.45

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 $0.00

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