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Mrs. Watkins from Lewiston, UT is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Science Is Worth Exploring

Help me give my students the hands-on materials they need to actively explore Earth's systems, properties of matter, and the cycling of matter in ecosystems.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Watkins's classroom raised $1,003

This project is fully funded

My Project

This year, my 5th-grade students are diving deep into the fascinating world of Earth’s systems, the properties of matter, and the cycling of matter in ecosystems. To bring these concepts to life, I’m seeking donations for hands-on materials and science kits that will help my students engage with science in a way that’s both interactive and memorable.

What makes my students truly special is their boundless curiosity and eagerness to learn.

They are a diverse group of thinkers, each bringing unique perspectives and questions to the table. They thrive when given the opportunity to explore, create, and discover through hands-on learning experiences. I’ve seen firsthand how these types of activities can ignite a passion for science, making abstract concepts tangible and understandable.

The materials I’m requesting will allow my students to experiment, observe, and analyze real-world phenomena. They’ll be able to see firsthand how different elements within an ecosystem interact and depend on each other. Interactive models will help them visualize the properties of matter, and experiment sets will enable them to explore the cycling of matter in ecosystems, bringing textbook theories to life.

My goals for this project are to enhance my students’ understanding of these critical scientific concepts and to inspire them to think like scientists—curious, analytical, and reflective. By providing them with these resources, I aim to create a learning environment where they can experiment, make mistakes, ask questions, and ultimately develop a deep, lasting understanding of the world around them.

Your support would mean the world to my students and me. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a difference in their learning journey. With your help, we can give them the tools they need to succeed and foster a lifelong love for science.

Mrs. Watkins Lewiston Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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30 students impacted 8donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Meet the Standards Hands-On Science Kits - Gr. 5 - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Phenomenal Explorations: How Does Matter Change When an Object Dries? Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $171.95 1 $171.95
Worm Composter Classroom Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $134.42 1 $134.42
Phenomenal Explorations: Why Can a Sloth�s Fur Be a Habitat? Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $99.95 1 $99.95
NewPath Learning Earth Systems NGSS 2D Model Building Kit - Grades 3-6 - Kids • School Specialty $48.52 1 $48.52
Density: Lava Lamp Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $39.56 1 $39.56
Properties of Matter: What Is Oobleck? Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $30.10 1 $30.10
GeoSafari Ant Factory • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
Teacher Created Resources The Changing Earth 4-Pack Poster Set - Grades 4-12 - Adult • School Specialty $11.99 1 $11.99
5th Grade Science Doodles: NGSS Edition • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$755.47

Vendor shipping charges

 $55.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$851.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$150.32

Total project goal

$1,002.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,002.12

6 Donors

-$672.15

Donations toward project cost

-$594.90

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.25

Matching donations from our partners

-$302.24

Match offers toward project cost

-$256.90

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.34

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.73

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 $0.00

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