My 4th grade students bring so much energy and curiosity into the classroom every single day. Their natural excitement for learning, especially when it comes to STEM, makes teaching a joy. They thrive on hands-on learning and light up when we explore new ideas. Their excitement is contagious, and it drives me to keep creating engaging, meaningful lessons that connect to the real world.
The ink will help me create printable resources, anchor charts, and differentiated materials to support all learners, including visuals and step-by-step guides for complex concepts.
The STEM experiment kits are a huge win for my classroom. They will allow students to explore science through discovery, teamwork, and critical thinking. These kits will turn abstract ideas into tangible, exciting experiences and help my students see themselves as future engineers, scientists, and problem solvers.
Each resource will fuel their learning, keep them engaged, and remind them that learning is fun, hands-on, and full of possibilities.
More than three‑quarters 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
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• Amazon Business
$159.99
1
$159.99
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 10 Reams/Carton (TR56958)
• Staples
$46.99
1
$46.99
Carson Dellosa STEM Challenges Science Learning Cards, Set of 30, Grades 2 to 5 - Grades 2-5 - Kids
• School Specialty
$20.02
2
$40.04
TN229XL TN229 Toner Cartridge Replacement Compatible for Brother TN 229XL use with HL-L3220CDW, MFC-L3720CDW, HL-L3280CDW, HL-L3300CDW, MFC-L3780CDW | High Yield up to 3,000 Pages (Black, 1 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$24.69
1
$24.69
Discovery Extreme Weather STEM Science Kit, At-Home STEM Kits For Kids Age 12 And Up, Weather Experiment Kits for Young Scientists, DIY Volcano & Artificial Snow
• Amazon Business
$19.98
1
$19.98
STEM Science Kits For Kids - 56 Science Lab Experiments For Teenagers Age 8-10-12-14 Volcano Crystal Growing Chemistry Projects,Educational Activities Toys Game For Boy & Girl Christmas Birthday Gifts
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636)
• Staples
$16.99
1
$16.99
4 in 1 Solar Power & Electric Motor STEM Kits,Science Experiment Projects for Kids Beginners,Electronic Assembly Solar Powered Toy Kit,DIY Educational Engineering Experiments for Boys and Girls
• Amazon Business
$11.90
1
$11.90
Materials cost
$338.57
Vendor shipping charges
$4.00
Sales tax
$23.36
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.08
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$401.01
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$70.77
Total project goal
$471.78
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$471.78
2 Donors
-$471.78
Donations toward project cost
-$401.01
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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