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Mrs. Stephens TK from Mission Viejo, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEM Farm Dramatic Play Fun

Help me give my students STEM dramatic play farm items to focus on communication skills thru play.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Stephens TK's classroom raised $688

This project is fully funded

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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

My students, drawn from diverse backgrounds, carry the weight of unique challenges as Title I Transitional Kindergartener. As they set foot on the path of their educational journey, it becomes imperative to provide not just learning but engaging and hands-on opportunities that resonate with their developmental nuances.

The overarching goal of my project is to introduce these young learners to the captivating world of farming, not merely as a subject of study but as a comprehensive and interactive experience.

By bringing the farm to life through play, we can create an environment where students actively participate in the learning process, making the information more tangible and memorable.

Farm props and costumes will transport our students into the world of farming, allowing them to explore and understand the day-to-day activities of farmers, and will enable students to explore the responsibilities of animal care. This not only teaches them about the various animals found on a farm but also instills a sense of responsibility and empathy. This immersive experience helps build a foundational understanding of farming practices. As students engage in hands-on activities included in this project, they will also gain insights into the growth process of plants.

In requesting donations for farm props, costumes, gardening tools, and planting supplies, I am seeking to create a learning environment where each item plays a crucial role in the growth and development of these special TK students. Your support will help us sow the seeds of knowledge, nurture curiosity, and cultivate a deeper understanding of farming through the power of dramatic play. Together, let's harvest a future where these young learners blossom into informed, inspired, and confident individuals.

Mrs. Stephens TK Glen Yermo Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Mission Viejo, CA View local requests

More than half of 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

26 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
OOOK Wooden Dollhouse for Kids, Doll House with Simulated Luxury Furniture Set, Dollhouse Playset Gifts for Girls Toddlers (Including 4 Family Dolls and a Dog) • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Tomy Fun on the Farm Playset • Kaplan Early Learning Company $73.76 1 $73.76
36 Pcs Kids Gardening Tool Set Garden Set Toy Includes Metal Shovel with Sturdy Wooden Handle Rake Trowel Apron Gardening Gloves Tote Bag Funny Children Garden Tools for Girls Boys Outdoor (Vibrant) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Magna-Tiles Farm Animals - 25 Piece Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $47.66 1 $47.66
TEMI Toddler Chicken Easter Eggs Toys - Color Matching Game Shape Sorter with 6 Toy Eggs for Kids, Fine Motor Skills Sensory Toys, Montessori Educational Gifts for 3 4 5 6 Girls Boys Baby • Amazon Business $19.59 2 $39.18
Skylety 9.84 in Plush Chicken Toys Egg Laying Hen with Zippered Belly, Hen House and Little Baby Chicks Chicken Stuffed Animal for Christmas Easter Stuffers Party Supplies (Vivid Style) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Lakeshore Farm Animal Counters • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
LANNEY Flower Building Toy Set, 200 Pieces, for Girls and Boys, Age 3-7, Educational Stem Build Flower Garden Toy, Kids Toddler Birthday Gift Ideas • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
3 Pack Farm Toy Tractor with 40pcs Plastic Animals Figurines and Fence Playset, Farm Figures Farmer Vehicle Toy Truck with Trailer for 3-12 Years Old Kids Boys Girls Toddlers • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Learning Resources Veggie Farm Sorting Set (LER5553) • Staples $21.55 1 $21.55
Matty's Toy Stop 30.5" Heavy Duty Wooden Kids Lawn Rakes with Plastic Rake Head & Handle (Red & Blue) Gift Set Bundle - 2 Pack • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Ready2learn Giant 10pk Farm Animals Stamps • Teachers' School Supply $16.99 1 $16.99
15Pcs Unpainted Wooden Fake Easter Eggs for Children DIY Game,Kitchen Craft Adornment,Wood Eggs for Encouraging Hens to Lay Eggs • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Manhattan Toy Henley Chicken Stuffed Animal, 9" • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$499.00

Vendor shipping charges

$1.87

Sales tax

$45.66

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$584.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.06

Total project goal

$687.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$687.07

11 Donors

-$685.60

Donations toward project cost

-$584.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$101.59

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.47

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$0.00

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