Help me give my students LEGO bricks, Magna-Tiles, interlocking blocks, watercolor paper, and colored pencils.
$424 goal
This project expired on November 4, 2025.
This project expired on November 4, 2025.
My Project
In collaboration with our librarian, I am excited to share how she is playing a vital role in supporting STEM education through an innovative and engaging book club. This program not only encourages a love of reading, but also fosters creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning through STEM-based challenges.
Each month, students in the book club read a carefully selected STEM-related book—ranging from inspiring biographies of inventors to stories that highlight engineering, science, and technology concepts.
After finishing the book, students participate in mini STEM challenges that are directly connected to the themes or problems explored in their reading.
To bring these activities to life, students use a variety of hands-on materials such as LEGOs, Magna-Tiles, interlocking building blocks, and watercolor pencils. For example, after reading a book about bridges or architecture, students might be challenged to build a model bridge using LEGOs or Magna-Tiles. If the book focuses on animal habitats or ecosystems, they may design and illustrate those environments using watercolor pencils and interlocking blocks. This creative integration of literature and STEM allows students to deepen their comprehension while applying what they’ve learned in an engaging, meaningful way.
By blending literature with hands-on STEM exploration, the librarian is helping students make powerful connections across disciplines and develop essential 21st-century skills. This book club is a shining example of how reading can spark curiosity and inspire students to think like scientists, engineers, and creators.
Thank you for your continued support of programs like these that enrich our students’ educational experiences.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
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800 students impacted
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MAGNA-TILES Classic 100-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand
• Amazon Business
$117.17
1
$117.17
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
$31.99
2
$63.98
PLUS PLUS - Open Play Set - 1200 Piece - Basic Color Mix, Construction Building Stem Toy, Interlocking Mini Puzzle Blocks for Kids
• Amazon Business
$49.19
1
$49.19
Strathmore 300 Series Watercolor Paper Pad, 9x12 inches, 24 Sheets (140lb/300g) - Artist Paper for Adults and Students - Watercolors, Mixed Media, Markers and Art Journaling
• Amazon Business
$17.60
2
$35.20
Crayola Watercolor Colored Pencils (24ct), Watercolor Paint Alternative, Watercolor Pencil Set for Kids, Art Supplies, Gift for Kids, 3+
• Amazon Business
$7.74
3
$23.22
YQQYG 12 PCS Water Brush Pen Set, Refillable Watercolor Pens for Painting, Assorted Tips Water Brushes for Artists Kids Adults, Water Color Pens for Watercolor, Calligraphy
• Amazon Business
$7.99
2
$15.98
Materials cost
$304.74
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$21.03
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.57
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$360.34
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$63.59
Total project goal
$423.93
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