STEMulate Learning: Hands-On Toys to Spark Bright Minds
Help me give my students play-based STEM tools to encourage creative thinking and reinforce engineering concepts.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Butler's classroom raised $412
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
This project aims to enrich student engagement and understanding in STEM through interactive, hands-on learning tools. By integrating LEGO sets, pattern blocks, magnetic tiles, and efficient organizational systems, we create a dynamic environment where students explore, build, and problem-solve independently.
Various hands-on tools will provide an excellent foundation for developing spatial reasoning and engineering concepts.
Students will use magnets to design structures, explore mechanical principles, and enhance creativity. Pattern blocks, with their vibrant colors and geometric shapes, introduce students to fundamental math concepts like symmetry, fractions, and tessellations through tactile exploration.
By combining these hands-on STEM toys with an intuitive organizational system, this project nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Students develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and mathematical reasoning while gaining confidence in their ability to explore STEM topics autonomously. The hands-on approach makes abstract concepts tangible, sparking curiosity and a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.
Ultimately, the goal is to foster an inclusive and stimulating environment where every student can discover the joy of STEM through play, exploration, and independent problem-solving—building not only STEM skills but also lifelong learning habits.
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
Magnetic Tiles, 100PCS Magnetic Building Blocks for Kids, Magnet 3D Montessori Kids Toy Set, Building Construction Educational STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Christmas Birthday Gifts
• Amazon Business
$35.99
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$35.99
HOMESTEAD 3-Tier Rolling Cart - Heavy Duty Metal Rolling Cart, Lockable Casters, Multifunctional Storage Shelves - Great for Kitchen, Office, Bathroom, Laundry Room (Black)
• Amazon Business
$32.85
1
$32.85
TOY Life 64 Pcs Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers Age 3-5 - Magnetic Blocks for Kids Ages 3-8 - Preschool Creative Stem Building Toys
• Amazon Business
$29.99
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$29.99
IRIS USA 2.7 Qt. Small Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 10 Pack, Art and Craft Supply Storage Organizers, Office Supply Flat Storage Container, Stackable Clear Storage Box, Secure Latch, Clear/Violet
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs | 6 Colors & Scents | Christmas Party Favors for Kids | Christmas Stocking Stuffers | Classroom Gifts
• Amazon Business
$27.99
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$27.99
204 Pcs Magnetic Building Sticks Blocks Toys, 2.3" Length Magnet Educational Toys Magnetic Stacking Toys Set for Kids and Adult, STEM Building Toy 3D Non-Magnetic Balls with Storage Bag
• Amazon Business
$26.99
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$26.99
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99
• Amazon Business
$24.88
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$24.88
YYST 29" (74CM) Magnetic Anchor Chart Holder Adjustable Magnetic Date Cards Holder Calendar Holder for Kids Crafts, Classroom Calendar, Classroom Decor W O Rings
• Amazon Business
$22.99
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$22.99
Galaxy Slime Kit 68 Pack, Mini Easter Slime Party Favors for Kids, Slime Bulk Stress Relief Toys for Girls Boys, Soft & Non-Sticky, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Putty Slime Toy for Kids
• Amazon Business
$21.98
1
$21.98
Storex Small Cubby Bin, 7.8 x 12.2 x 5.1 Inches, Black, 5-Pack (62466E05C)
• Amazon Business
$20.60
1
$20.60
LovesTown 209 PCS Wooden Pattern Blocks, Geometric Shapes Blocks Pattern Blocks with Cards Tangram Puzzles for Kids Educational Tangram Toys
• Amazon Business
$12.73
1
$12.73
60Pcs LED Finger Lights Mini Finger Flashlights for Kids Glow, Novelty Toys Party Favors for Birthday Christmas Halloween, Party Supplies for Parties Cheering Novelty Toys Gift for Kids, Adult
• Amazon Business
$9.99
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$9.99
iSYFIX Black Consecutive Number Stickers – 1 to 50, 2-inch, 1 Set – Vinyl Self Adhesive Premium Decal. Ideal for Inventory, Storage, Organizing, Boxes, Bins, Toolbox, Lockers & More, Indoor/Outdoor
• Amazon Business
$9.90
1
$9.90
Jumbo Giant Playing Card Deck - 5x7 Inch Large Poker for Seniors Super Big Game Card Set Oversized Bridge Playing Cards Huge Magic Poker for Family Party Fun Suitable for All Ages
• Amazon Business
$7.89
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$7.89
Materials cost
$314.76
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$349.48
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$61.67
Total project goal
$411.15
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$411.15
1 Donor
-$174.74
Donations toward project cost
-$174.74
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$205.58
Match offer toward project cost
-$174.74
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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