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Ms. Agas from Waipahu, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Rock & Rolling Through Hands on Learning

Help me give my students help my students be successful in math. My goal for my students is for them to be successful and be able to understand math using the materials provided.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Agas's classroom raised $572

This project is fully funded

My Project

Math manipulatives are essential tools for fourth-grade classrooms because they bridge the gap between abstract mathematical concepts and concrete understanding. By providing students with tangible objects to represent numbers, operations, and geometric shapes, manipulatives offer a hands-on approach that fosters deeper comprehension.

When students can physically manipulate objects to solve problems, they are better able to visualize and understand the underlying mathematical principles.

This concrete experience helps to develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a more intuitive grasp of mathematical concepts.

Moreover, manipulatives encourage collaboration and communication among students. As they work together to solve problems and share their strategies, students develop important social and communication skills while reinforcing their mathematical understanding.

In conclusion, math manipulatives are invaluable tools for fourth-grade classrooms. By providing a concrete foundation for abstract concepts, they help students develop a deeper understanding of mathematics, improve their problem-solving skills, and foster a positive attitude towards learning.

Ms. Agas Waipahu 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.

Waipahu, HI View local requests

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

24 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Magnetic Mobile Whiteboard - 36x24" Adjustable Height and 360°Reversible Double-Sided Dry Erase Board Aluminum Frame - White Board with Stand, 4 Markers and Magnets • Amazon Business $139.99 1 $139.99
HOOBRO Literature Organizer, 27 Compartments Wooden Mail Organizer, Countertop Literature Sorter with Adjustable Shelves for Home, Office, School, Student Mailbox for Classroom, Greige BG27WF01 • Amazon Business $107.99 1 $107.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, 48/Pack (4651) • Quill.com $62.89 1 $62.89
12 Pcs Magnetic Storage Pockets Whiteboard Accessory Case Classroom Storage Pouches for Organization Magnet Storage Organizer Pocket File Holder for Teacher Student School Office Fridge,12 Colors • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Learning Resources Dice In Dice Bucket, Math Toy, Manipulative, Set of 72, Ages 6+, Multi-color, 3/4 W in • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
The Writing Process Bb Set • Teachers' School Supply $14.86 1 $14.86
Eucalyptus Branch Magnetic Border • Lakeshore Learning Materials $11.99 1 $11.99
Torlam Fraction Manipulatives for Elementary School, Fraction Circles & Percentage & Decimal Flip Chart, Kids Math Games Math Manipulatives for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Grade Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
10 Pack Dry Erase Math Hundred Board Card Laminated Double Sided Number 1-100 Chart Easy to Write Consecutive Number Counting Chart for Students Math Manipulatives • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Mr. Pen- Whiteboard Tape, 8 Pack, 1/8”, Assorted Colors, Thin Tape for Dry Erase Board, Whiteboard Accessories, Dry Erase Board Accessories, Chart Tape, Graphic Tape, Grid Tape, White Board Tape Line • Amazon Business $7.94 1 $7.94
50 Pieces Colored Dice, 6 Sided Dice for Board Games, 14mm Bulk Dice for Math Learning, Dice for Classroom • Amazon Business $6.86 1 $6.86

Materials cost

$413.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.95

Sales tax

 $18.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$485.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.70

Total project goal

$571.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $571.31

1 Donor

-$285.66

Donations toward project cost

-$247.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.85

match offer

-$279.76

Match offer toward project cost

-$237.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.96

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.88

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

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