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Ms. L. from Newnan GA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Rocks Rock!

My students need geodes and related materials for hands on science observation.

  • $186 goal

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My Students

My students are a diverse group of individuals. They come from a variety of backgrounds and have a variety of advantages. Our school is a Title I school and our population is made up of about 50% low-income families. As a teacher, I always strive to level the playing field between my students and to offer engaging resources. My goal is to make ALL of my students want to learn. Unfortunately, on a teachers salary, this is not always easy. That is why I am turning to DonorsChoose.org for a little help.

My Project

One of the main 3rd grade science units is Rocks and Minerals. In the past we have made "crystals" out of epsom salt. While this activity is enjoyable and produces something that looks like a crystal it is not the real thing. I would love to let them my students experience real geodes in the classroom. I know that cracking these geodes open would be an experience my students will not forget. Each student will receive 1-2 Geodes to crack. They will be able to take these home as a memento of the lesson. The hammers will be used to crack open the geodes, and the goggles will be worn by the students for safety reasons. Most of my students do not have the means to do activities like this at home, and I would love to give them the opportunity in the classroom.

Ms. L.
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
50 Break Your Own Geodes, 90% Hollow Medium ( 2-2.5”) Easy Crack Open & Discover Surprise Crystals Inside! Educational Info and Instructions Included, Fun Party Favors & Prizes, Dancing Bear Brand • Amazon Business $59.95 1 $59.95
Premium Quality Children's Safety Goggles • Amazon Business $7.94 4 $31.76
Maxcraft 60626 8-oz. Stubby Claw Hammer • Amazon Business $12.95 2 $25.90

Materials cost

$117.61

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$157.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.79

Total project goal

$185.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $185.28

6 Donors

-$182.11

Donations toward project cost

-$157.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.62

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.17

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