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Mr. Pinkerton from Pueblo West, CO is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science Classroom Utensils

Help me give my students dry erase boards so that students can model and demonstrate their learning when it comes to scientific applications. We will also utilize digital scales as well as thermometers for labs for science.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Pinkerton's classroom raised $594

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Receipt tape for labs: this versatile item is perfect for recording data and observations during experiments. Students can easily write on it, and its long format allows for continuous recording, which is ideal for tracking changes over time or for graphing data.

Cotton swabs for cheek cells lab: Essential for collecting samples in biology experiments, cotton swabs are used to gently scrape the inside of a student’s cheek to obtain cells.

This simple and safe method allows students to observe their own cells under a microscope, making the study of cellular biology personal and engaging.

Methylene blue for cheek cells lab: This stain is vital for making cheek cells visible under a microscope. Methylene blue binds to DNA, highlighting the cell nuclei, and allows students to clearly see and study the structure of cells, which enhances their understanding of cell biology.

Spring scale for Newton's laws: A spring scale is crucial for teaching Newton's laws of motion. It helps students measure force in newtons, making abstract concepts like force, mass, and acceleration tangible and understandable through practical demonstrations and experiments.

Digital thermometers for measuring temperatures for labs: Accurate temperature measurement is fundamental in many scientific experiments. Digital thermometers provide precise readings, ensuring reliable data collection, which is crucial for experiments involving chemical reactions, environmental science, and more.

Dry erase whiteboards for modeling and drawing scientific concepts: Whiteboards are an excellent tool for visual learning. They allow me and my students to easily draw, erase, and modify diagrams and models, facilitating better understanding and discussion of complex scientific concepts.

Digital scales for massing objects: Accurate mass measurements are essential in many scientific experiments. Digital scales provide precise readings, enabling students to gather accurate data for experiments involving chemical reactions, physical science investigations, and more.

Mr. Pinkerton Skyview Middle School Grades 6-8 Pueblo West, CO View local requests

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dry Erase Board 18 X 24 • Teachers' School Supply $12.51 12 $150.12
Gram Scale Small Digital Food Scale, 500g by 0.01Gram/0.001Ounce, Accurate Weighting, MEIYA Multifunction Kitchen Scale for Jewelry/Baking/Soap, 9 Units, Tare Function, LCD Display, Including Battery • Amazon Business $14.99 8 $119.92
United Scientific Digital Thermometer - Middle-High School - Adult • School Specialty $13.79 8 $110.32
TK Thermal King (12 Rolls) 2 1/4" 150' feet White Thermal Paper Adding Machine/Calculator Cash Register POS Receipt, Fits All Credit Card Terminal Receipt Register Tape 48GSM Rolls • Amazon Business $21.89 1 $21.89
McKesson Cotton-Tipped Applicator Swabstick, Sterile, Wood Shaft, 6 in, 1 Count, 100 Packs, 100 Total • Amazon Business $8.13 2 $16.26
Methylene Blue Solution 1.0% Aqueous Laboratory Grade 100 mL • Carolina Biological Supply Company $6.08 2 $12.16

Materials cost

$430.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $37.49

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$504.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.05

Total project goal

$593.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $593.67

1 Donor

-$593.67

Donations toward project cost

-$504.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$89.05

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