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Ms. Galante from Hyde Park, MA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science in Their Hands: Empowering Elementary Learning Through Discovery

Help me give my students tools and resources to explore science through hands on experiences!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Galante's classroom raised $673

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are full of questions about the world--why do shadows move? What happens when water disappears? How do animals survive in the Arctic? This project brings science to life in our classroom through hands-on tools, engaging experiments, and inspiring stories.

With your support, we’ll receive materials like flashlights, mirrors, magnetic wands, bug viewers, and clipboards that will allow students to explore light, magnetism, and the natural world through direct observation and experimentation.

We’ll also use lab coats and science-themed books to create a fun, immersive learning experience that builds both scientific and reading skills.

This project turns our classroom into a mini science lab where students take on the roles of scientists, engineers, and environmentalists. They’ll investigate, hypothesize, and learn through doing—developing critical thinking and collaboration skills along the way.

My students are curious, energetic, and eager to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds, and many face challenges outside of school--but when they walk into our classroom, they’re ready to explore and discover.

What makes them truly special is their imagination and determination. They ask thoughtful questions, support one another, and thrive when given the chance to experiment and learn with their hands. This project will give them the tools they need to engage more deeply with science--and to see themselves as capable and creative problem-solvers.

The goal of this project is to help my first graders explore science through hands-on learning and fun activities. With flashlights, magnets, mirrors, and bug viewers, students will make discoveries and learn by doing. Lab coats and clipboards will help them feel like real scientists. The science-themed books will build knowledge and support reading skills. These materials will spark curiosity, build confidence, and help my students work together as creative, curious learners.

Ms. Galante Franklin Roosevelt K-8 School - Lower Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Super-Safe Mirrors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 6 $119.94
Xtinmee 24 Sets 72 Pcs Kids Lab Coat Set Doctor Costume with Goggles ID Card Holder Science Experiment Doctor Dress Up Kit • Amazon Business $103.99 1 $103.99
FASTPRO 18-Pack, 9-LED Mini Flashlight Set, AAA Batteries are Included and Pre-Installed, Perfect for Class Teaching, Camping, Wedding Favor • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
3 Book Set: GIRLS in STEM Bundle: Counting on Katherine, Shark Lady, Ada Twist, Scientist (hardcover picture books, science math) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Kiggos 25 Transparent Colored Clipboards Bulk for Classroom Office Plastic Clipboard Low Profile Kids Clip Boards Standard Letter Size Holds 100 Sheets Hanging Hook Colorful Clip Board • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
KarberDark 95 Pcs Small Animal Toys, Assorted Mini Ocean, Zoo, Farm, Dinosaur, Insect, Dog and Horse Figure, Little Plastic Animals Figurine for Easter, Sensory Bin Stuffers, Birthday Gifts,Kid 3-5 • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Mother of Sharks (hardcover STEM picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Mae Among the Stars (hardcover STEM picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Learning Resources Magnetic Wands - 6 Pieces, Ages 3+, Educational Learning Kits, Science Experiment Tools, Preschool Learning Toys, Homeschool Supplies,Back to School Supplies,Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $14.15 1 $14.15
Friend of Numbers: The Life of Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan (Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers (SSCR)) • Amazon Business $13.80 1 $13.80
Andrew Learns about Engineers: Career Book for Kids (STEM Children's Books) (Career Books for Kids) • Amazon Business $13.00 1 $13.00
Dear Treefrog • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist (Women in Science Books, Marine Biology for Kids, Shark Gifts) • Amazon Business $11.45 1 $11.45
3 Pieces Bug Jar Magnifying Insect Box Insert Bug Viewer Bug Magnifier Container Critter Insect Cage Science Bug Magnifier for Science Nature Exploration Tool Specimen Viewer • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
NatureMan Mini Arctic Animals Toys Set 10PCS Polar Animal Figurines Toy Play setIncludes Polar Bear Seal Reindeer Wolf Rabbit Arctic Fox Igloo for ToddlersBirthdayGift • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
A Drop Around the World: The Science Of Water Cycles On Planet Earth For Kids (Earth Science, Science Books For Kids, Nature Books) • Amazon Business $6.96 1 $6.96
The Three R's: Reuse, Reduce, Recycle: An Environmental Protection Kids Science Book (Social Emotional Learning, Growth Mindset, Classroom and ... Supplies) (What Do You Know About? Books) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
Light Is All Around Us (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) • Amazon Business $5.51 1 $5.51

Materials cost

$528.11

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$572.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.95

Total project goal

$672.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $672.98

4 Donors

-$447.53

Donations toward project cost

-$426.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.55

match offer

-$170.65

Match offer toward project cost

-$145.05

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.60

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$54.80

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