The goal of this project is to merge science curriculum with speech-language therapy objectives. My 4th graders are learning about the solar system. Students with limited verbal skills have difficulty understanding and expressing concepts clearly. In addition, many have difficulty reading and need materials on their independent reading level to support their abilities. Learning with concrete materials and books will help them in their understanding of outer space.
Your donation will provide students with communication impairments the tools needed to understand and talk about our solar system.
Materials in this project will help 4th graders explore the planets, sun, moon and stars by seeing photographs in books as well as manipulating a model of the planets. These materials will be used during activities in small groups to improve communication skills. Language, articulation, and fluency goals will be addressed while also working on grade level science vocabulary.
Nearly all 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
Scholastic Science Vocabulary Readers - Space Books Set (6 Books) for Grades 1-2: The Earth, The Sun, The Moon, The Planets, The Solar System, Stars and Constellations
• Amazon Business
$19.95
2
$39.90
My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids
• Amazon Business
$6.99
5
$34.95
Educational Insights GeoSafari Motorized Solar System Toy, STEM Toy, Ages 8+
• Amazon Business
$28.99
1
$28.99
Melissa & Doug Solar System Floor Puzzle (48 pcs, 2 x 3 feet)
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Materials cost
$112.83
Vendor shipping charges
$17.69
Sales tax
$7.79
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.69
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$170.00
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$30.00
Total project goal
$200.00
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$200.00
1 Donor
-$85.00
Donations toward project cost
-$85.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$100.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$85.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Patti Tillman and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.