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Dr. Joiner from Houston TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEM*U*Late University

Help me give my students opportunities to stimulate using fun hands on materials!

  • 3 donors
  • $179 still needed

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

A STEM-focused project aimed at empowering young girls through hands-on chemistry is seeking donor support to provide specially designed science kits. These kits, centered around the captivating process of creating colorful slime, are designed to ignite a passion for science and foster early confidence in STEM fields traditionally underrepresented by women.

The project's goal is to distribute these science kits to various schools and community centers, targeting girls aged 8 to 12.

Each kit contains non-toxic, child-safe materials and detailed instructional guides that encourage exploration with vibrant colorants, various textures, and chemical reactions. The engaging curriculum accompanying each kit delves into the science behind slime-making, explaining concepts like polymers, viscosity, and chemical bonding in a fun, accessible manner.

Beyond just slime, the kits will also include materials for a range of experiments, such as pH tests and heat reactions, to broaden their scientific understanding. Each experiment is designed to be repeatable, allowing girls to experiment with different outcomes and learn from trial and error.

This initiative not only supports STEM education at a crucial developmental stage but also aims to bridge the gender gap in STEM by inspiring a future generation of women scientists and engineers. Donors contributing to this project will have a direct impact on these young learners, providing them with the resources they need to explore and grow in their scientific pursuits.

Funds raised will go towards the purchase of materials, assembly of kits, and distribution efforts to reach as many young girls as possible. Donors will receive updates on the project's impact, including stories from participants and insights into how their contributions are fostering a love for science in countless young minds.

Dr. Joiner
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ultimate Slime Kit for Girls 10-12 | Perfect Toys for Girls 7-12 Years Old | Complete DIY Slime Making Kit for Kids and Boys | Christmas Party Favors • Amazon Business $24.95 3 $74.85
UNGLINGA 100+ Science Lab Experiments Kit for Kids, STEM Project Activities Educational Birthday Toys Gifts for Boys Girls, Chemistry Set, Magic Play Sand, Gemstone Dig, Volcano, Glowing Worms • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98

Materials cost

$128.83

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$160.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.37

Total project goal

$189.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $189.13

1 Donor

-$5.00

Donations toward project cost

-$5.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Young Sheldon on CBS match offer

-$5.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$4.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.88

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $178.25

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