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Mrs. Strain from East Stroudsburg PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEAM Ahead in Our Library

Help me give my students access to Solo cups, Magna-Tiles, Gears toys and other STEAM supplies in our elementary school library which can spark creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in all young learners. Thank you

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STEAM projects are collaborative. Students work together to design, build, and problem-solve, honing critical communication and teamwork skills. They brainstorm ideas, learn from each other's failures, and celebrate successes collectively. These materials are for grades kindergarten through fifth grade. Everyone at our school will have the opportunity to explore the possibilities of their own creativity!

Imagine a library buzzing with activity!

Students collaborating on projects, sharing ideas, and learning from each other. This dynamic environment will make it a place they truly enjoy visiting.

My students inspire me everyday to be a better educator, and they challenge me to create a learning environment that fosters their unique talents. In a world that often focuses on standardized tests and grades, it's these qualities that truly matter. This is what drives me to give them a truly memorable library experience!

Mrs. Strain
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Solo Cup Company Solo Cup 16 oz. Plastic Party Cups, Red, Pack of 50 • School Specialty $45.89 4 $183.56
Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Clear Colors Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $130.46 1 $130.46
Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Mega Builds, STEM Building Set, Gears Toys for Kids, 235 Piece, Ages 4+, STEM Toys • Amazon Business $64.73 1 $64.73
Rubik's Cube, The Original 3x3 Cube 3D Puzzle Fidget Cube Stress Relief Fidget Toy Brain Teasers Travel Games, Easter Basket Stuffers, for Adults and Kids Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $8.50 6 $51.00
Crazy Shapes Magnetic Building Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Straws & Connectors 400pcs • Teachers' School Supply $44.99 1 $44.99
Stack & Build Soft Blocks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore I Can Build It! Construction Planks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore I Can Build It! Architecture Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO DUPLO Classic Brick Box - 10913 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $35.96 1 $35.96
Lakeshore Magnetic Mosaic Design Board • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Mosaic Creations Magnetic Designer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Mindware KEVA Brain Builders - Grades 2-6 - Kids • School Specialty $18.95 1 $18.95

Materials cost

$754.59

Vendor shipping charges

 $36.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$832.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.89

Total project goal

$979.25

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