Help me give my students the dynamic learning advantage they deserve by providing essential magnetic tiles, fostering creativity, collaboration, and inclusive education across all grade levels.
$173 goal
This project expired on June 28, 2024.
This project expired on June 28, 2024.
My Project
Magnetic tiles have proven to be invaluable tools for fostering critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among students. These versatile resources offer hands-on learning opportunities that align seamlessly with our curriculum, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical and scientific concepts. As we strive to prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century, including magnetic tiles in our STEM classroom will undoubtedly contribute to developing essential skills and competencies.
The primary objectives of introducing magnetic tiles into our STEM curriculum are multifaceted.
Firstly, these tactile and visually engaging tools will enhance students' spatial reasoning and geometry skills as they manipulate the tiles to create various shapes and structures. Secondly, magnetic tiles provide a platform for collaborative problem-solving, encouraging students to work together to design and build complex models. This fosters teamwork, communication, and the development of interpersonal skills essential for success in STEM fields and beyond. Lastly, incorporating magnetic tiles into our classroom will support differentiated instruction, allowing me to tailor activities to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, promoting inclusivity and equal access to STEM education.
The magnetic tiles selected for purchase are renowned for their durability, safety, and educational effectiveness. Magnetic tiles are versatile and suitable for students across all grade levels. This includes all 750 students from preschool through fifth grade, encompassing those with disabilities among my diverse group of learners. This investment will enhance the quality of education in our STEM program and contribute to our student's long-term academic success and future career readiness. With the support of this grant, we can create an engaging and innovative learning environment that inspires a lifelong passion for STEM disciplines.
More than half of students from low‑income households
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750 students impacted
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Materials cost
$107.05
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$7.55
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.61
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$146.21
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$25.80
Total project goal
$172.01
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