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Mrs. Villasano-Popps from Fresno, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Villasano-Popps's classroom raised $707

STEAM Education

Help me give my students essential resources that will foster a well-rounded education with a focus on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) disciplines.

This project expired on June 2, 2024.

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Mrs. Villasano-Popps Pyle Elementary School
Fresno, CA Grades 3-5

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The requested items, such as Building Blocks and Perler Beads, serve as crucial building blocks for our students' educational journey, making a significant difference in their learning experiences.My students need diverse approaches to foster their learning.

Building Blocks provide a hands-on and tactile approach to learning, fostering spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and creativity.

Through the manipulation of blocks, students engage in constructive play that not only enhances their fine motor skills but also promotes critical thinking and teamwork as they collaborate on building projects.

Perler Beads, with their vibrant colors and endless design possibilities, act as catalysts for unleashing our students' creativity. By allowing them to create intricate patterns and designs, these beads offer an outlet for self-expression and artistic exploration. This creative process enhances cognitive development, fine motor skills, and provides a unique platform for students to showcase their individuality.

The goals for this project are centered around creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where students can explore, experiment, and express themselves. By incorporating Building Blocks and Perler Beads into our curriculum, we aim to promote STEAM principles (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) in a way that engages and inspires our students. These activities will not only nurture their academic growth but also foster a passion for lifelong learning.

What makes our students special is their diverse range of talents and abilities, and the inclusion of Building Blocks and Perler Beads recognizes and celebrates this diversity. These resources provide an inclusive platform where students of various learning styles and preferences can excel, encouraging a sense of accomplishment and pride in their unique skills. The emphasis on creativity as a fundamental aspect of education acknowledges and values the individual strengths each student brings to the learning process.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

18 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Villasano-Popps Pyle Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Fresno, CA 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

18 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
VIAHART Brain Flakes 2500 Piece Build 'n' Build Kit - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Wheel Pieces and Special Parts Included - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
NXONE 195 PCS Educational STEM Toys for Boys and Girls Ages 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Construction Building Blocks Toy Building Sets Kids Toys Creative Activities Games with Storage Box • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
PicassoTiles 100 Piece Set 100pcs Magnet Building Tiles Clear Magnetic 3D Blocks Construction Playboards, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Inspirational, Recreational, Educational Conventional • Amazon Business $39.89 1 $39.89
ELONGDI 130 Piece Magnetic Building Block Set - Educational Magnet Toys and Stacking Sticks with Storage Bag - Non-Toxic 3D Puzzle • Amazon Business $18.90 2 $37.80
Chichalk Hexagonal Building Blocks 160 Piece, STEM Toys Building Sets Kids Building Toys for 5+ Year Old Boys Girls, Educational Kids Toys Connecting Toys Preschool Classroom Must Haves Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Mini Craft Iron Mini Heat Press Mini Iron Portable Handy Heat Press Small Iron with Charging Base Accessories for Beads Patch Clothes DIY Shoes T-Shirts Heat Transfer Vinyl Projects (Black) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
FUNZBO 23000 5mm Fuse Beads Kit - 22 Colors | 106 Patterns, Toys, Arts and Crafts Decorations, Crafts for Kids, Teens, Adults, Birthday Gifts for Boys, Girls Age 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
Perler Beads Bead Tweezer Tools, 2 pc 4.25 Inch • Amazon Business $3.59 6 $21.54
Meland Fuse Beads Kit - 11,000 pcs 36 Color Beads for Craft for Girls Age 3-12 Year Old,5MM Melty Beads Set Including 5 Pegboards, Ironing Paper & Chain Accessories Iron Beads Christmas Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
RAINBOW TOYFROG Star Flex STEM Building Toys - 70 Connector Blocks for Kids with Tote - Kindergarten STEM & Preschool Table Top Toys - Open Ended Building Blocks for Boys and Girls 3 Years Old & Up • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Perler Beads Ironing Paper Roll, 20 ft • Amazon Business $9.24 2 $18.48
Perler Bead Pegboards, Dedoot 18 Pieces 5mm Fuse Bead Board Clear Plastic Perler Bead Design Square Boards (10 Board + 6 Ironing Paper + 2 Beads Tweezers) for Kids DIY Craft Beads • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Perler Beads Craft Bead Sweeper for Easy Clean Up • Amazon Business $6.89 2 $13.78
Perler Beads Glow in The Dark Multicolor Fuse Bead Bucket Kit, 5000pcs, (package may vary) • Amazon Business $12.00 1 $12.00
Perler Beads Small Fun Shaped Pegboards-5 Count ( Packaging May Vary ) • Amazon Business $4.02 1 $4.02

Materials cost

$515.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $47.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$600.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.93

Total project goal

$706.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $706.19

1 Donor

-$706.19

Donations toward project cost

-$600.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$105.93

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