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Ms. Lisa from San Diego, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Shop STEM

Help me give my students STEM building materials, books, and imaginative play items!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lisa's classroom raised $238

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My Project

Using STEM materials and a toy shopping cart, my students will engage in activities that foster empathy and understanding by seeing the world through the eyes of another person. For instance, they might simulate a shopping experience where they have to consider the needs and limitations of different characters, such as a person with disabilities or someone from a low-income background. This hands-on approach allows them to explore and empathize with diverse perspectives, helping them grasp the challenges and experiences of others. By designing and building solutions that address these characters' specific needs, students develop a deeper understanding of how different circumstances can affect daily life.

Additionally, stories of characters who alleviate suffering can serve as powerful examples, motivating students to contribute positively to their communities.

Pretend food activities, where students simulate situations involving food security, help them comprehend the importance of addressing hunger and other social issues. These activities encourage brainstorming and practical solutions, such as organizing food drives or volunteering, fostering a sense of responsibility and the drive to alleviate others' suffering through tangible actions.

To measure success in my students' understanding of compassion, I will use a combination of observational assessments, reflective journals, and project-based evaluations. Observational assessments during group activities will help me gauge how well students collaborate and consider each other's viewpoints. Reflective journals will allow students to express their thoughts and feelings about what they have learned regarding empathy and compassion. Finally, the effectiveness of their project-based solutions in addressing the needs of their simulated characters will provide tangible evidence of their ability to translate empathy into action. Together, these methods will provide a comprehensive view of their progress in understanding and practicing compassion.

Ms. Lisa Spreckels Elementary School Grades PreK-2 San Diego, CA View local requests

More than a third 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
Melissa & Doug Toy Shopping Cart With Sturdy Metal Frame - Toddler Shopping Cart, Pretend Grocery Cart, Supermarket Pretend Play Shopping Cart For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Fat Brain Toys Squigz Deluxe Set - 50-Piece Suction Construction Toy for Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $47.41 1 $47.41
Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Kit With Pretend Play Set of Teeth And Dental Accessories (25 Toy Pieces) - Pretend Dentist Play Set, Dentist Toy, Dentist Kit For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Caldecott Honor Book) (A Big Words Book, 1) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Olivia and the Fairy Princesses • Amazon Business $11.18 1 $11.18

Materials cost

$155.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.22

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$201.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.63

Total project goal

$237.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $237.54

6 Donors

-$129.48

Donations toward project cost

-$125.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.05

Matching donations from our partners

-$89.98

Match offers toward project cost

-$76.48

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.08

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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