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Ms. Jackson from Houston, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spark Curiosity: Igniting Hands-On Learning

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning and foster creativity by providing Magna tiles, kinetic sand sensory bins, and Legos, which will enhance their critical thinking skills, sensory development, and imaginative play.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Jackson's classroom raised $596

This project is fully funded

My Project

As an educator, I am fortunate to witness the incredible potential within my students each day. Despite the challenges they face outside the classroom, their eagerness to learn never wavers. It is my responsibility to provide them with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and that is why I am excited to share my goals for this project.

One of the greatest obstacles my students encounter is a lack of exposure to hands-on learning experiences.

Many of them have limited access to educational toys and materials that could greatly enhance their understanding of various subjects. This is where the requested resources of magna tiles, kinetic sand sensory bins, and Legos will make a significant difference.

Magna tiles are a wonderful resource that promotes creativity, problem-solving, and spatial awareness. The versatility of magna tiles allows students to engage in open-ended play, sparking their imaginations and fostering critical thinking skills. Kinetic sand sensory bins offer a multi-sensory experience, providing a unique way for students to explore. Kinetic sand not only engages their senses but also enhances their fine motor skills. Legos are an invaluable tool for teaching, my students will gain a deep understanding of cause and effect, as well as problem-solving skills.

By providing my students with these engaging tools, I hope to ignite their curiosity, foster critical thinking, and inspire a lifelong love for learning. Thank you.

Ms. Jackson A.G. Hilliard Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Houston, TX View local requests

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

200 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
MAGNA-TILES Dino World XL 50-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
Kinetic Sand, Super Sandbox Set with 10lbs of Kinetic Sand, Portable Sandbox w/ 10 Molds and Tools, Play Sand Sensory Toys for Kids Aged 3 and Up • Amazon Business $72.48 1 $72.48
MAGNA-TILES XTRAS: Roads 12 Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $26.82 2 $53.64
MAGNA-TILES Farm Animals 25-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
MAGNA-TILES Forest Animals 25-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
MAGNA-TILES Safari Animals 25-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
MAGNA-TILES Dashers 6-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
KLUTZ Lego Race Cars STEM Activity Kit • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
LEGO Gadgets (Klutz Science/STEM Activity Kit) 10.25" Length x 0.75" Width x 10" Height • Amazon Business $19.52 1 $19.52
Kinetic Sand, Construction Site Folding Sandbox with Toy Truck and 2lbs of Play Sand, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $18.69 1 $18.69

Materials cost

$469.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$506.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.35

Total project goal

$595.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $595.66

2 Donors

-$104.86

Donations toward project cost

-$101.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.60

match offer

-$476.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$405.05

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.48

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.27

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 $0.00

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