STEM to the Rescue: Building Solar Ovens & Wind Turbines
Help me give my students solar oven kits, wind turbine models, thermometers, how-to-books, and aluminum foil to help them design, build, and test renewable energy solutions in our hands-on climate science project.
$891 goal
This project expired on September 14, 2025.
This project expired on September 14, 2025.
My Project
I love that my students are naturally curious, imaginative, and full of potential. Despite the limited resources in our small Delta community, they come to class eager to explore and understand the world around them. This project will enable them to transform their curiosity into action. The solar oven kits and wind turbine models will provide them with hands-on experience in renewable energy and climate science. The thermometers and aluminum foil will allow them to test real results.
These resources will empower my students to view themselves as future problem-solvers and environmental leaders.
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
HBCU Alum30 students impacted
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Delinx Fun Physics Science Experiment Kit: Windmill Generator,Hand-cranked Generator,Solar Power Generator, Basic Electric Circuit Learning,DIY Educational STEM Project for Kids & Teens,Girls & Boys
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10
$139.50
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• Grainger
$106.38
1
$106.38
Digital Chef Thermometer 5 L
• Grainger
$10.51
4
$42.04
Large Plastic Thermometer Pack of 10
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$19.58
2
$39.16
DIY: How to Make a Solar Oven: Do It Yourself Solar Cooker Science Fair Ideas for Kids, Cheap and Easy Projects for Adults, Campers, the Survivalist, Frugal Living, and Just About Anyone
• Amazon Business
$13.00
2
$26.00
Materials cost
$635.14
Vendor shipping charges
$37.45
Sales tax
$44.46
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.53
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$756.58
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$133.51
Total project goal
$890.09
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