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Mrs. Prusak from Springfield, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEAM Materials for First Grade!

Help me give my students storage and STEAM resources to create and build projects for many years!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Prusak's classroom raised $463

This project is fully funded

My Project

Students need to prepare for their future. Engaged and creative learning is the best way for students to take the initiative. The best way for students to learn is through hands on creativity and play based learning.

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math are critical subjects for students to learn so they can practice being critical thinkers!

The STEAM activities including dramatic play items, LEGO building toys and building blocks would allow endless possibilities for my students to build and create with their peers. It will allow students to build, create and learn how to be a team. Imaginary play is so important at this age so encouraging students to build, create and play together is vital.

Having a well-rounded education will better prepare students to become productive and successful citizens. These STEAM and imaginary play items would provide my students with this opportunity for many years to come. I am also requesting some storage so we can organize these wonderful resources.

Mrs. Prusak McClernand Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Melissa & Doug Wooden Slice & Stack Sandwich Counter with Deli Slicer – 56-Piece Pretend Play Food Pieces • Amazon Business $39.31 2 $78.62
Lego NINJAGO Creative Ninja Brick Box 71787, Toy Storage, Bricks to Build Dojo, Ninja Car, Motorbike, 6 Minifigures & More, Toys for Kids 5 Plus • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
122pcs Wheels and Axles Set, Car Parts Chassis Pieces Tires Building Blocks, Compatible with Classic Bricks Toys • Amazon Business $19.79 2 $39.58
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 Building Toy Set, Toy Storage Solution for Home or Classrooms, Interactive Building Toy for Kids, Boys, and Girls • Amazon Business $33.12 1 $33.12
LEGO City Fire Rescue Plane Toy for Kids and Fans of Firefighter Toys, Fun Birthday Gift Idea for Boys and Girls Ages 6+ who Love Airplane Toys and Imaginative Play, Includes 3 Minifigures, 60413 • Amazon Business $30.00 1 $30.00
10 NEW LEGO MINIFIG PEOPLE LOT random grab bag of minifigure guys city town set by USA • Amazon Business $28.80 1 $28.80
LEGO City Car Wash 60362 Building Toy Set, Fun Gift Idea for Kids Ages 6+, Features Spinnable Washer Brushes and Includes an Automobile and 2 Minifigures • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Melissa & Doug Fresh Mart Grocery Store Play Food and Role Play Companion Set - Kids Pretend Grocery Shopping For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Fisher-Price Imaginext DC Super Friends Preschool Toys Batman Battle Multipack 9-Piece Figure Set with Light-Up Backpack for Ages 3+ Years • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
LEGO STORAGE ORGANIZER CUBES 3-PIECE SET • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$358.07

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$393.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.43

Total project goal

$462.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $462.87

1 Donor

-$462.87

Donations toward project cost

-$393.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$69.43

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