Strategic Minds: Board Games for Critical Thinking
Help me give my students a collection of engaging board games. Learning should be fun and interactive, and board games offer a unique opportunity to combine both.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Martin's classroom raised $531
This project is fully funded
My Project
Our 4th-grade team is seeking your generous support to build a collection of engaging board games! We believe that learning should be fun and interactive, and board games offer a unique opportunity to combine both. Research has consistently shown that playing board games can significantly enhance students' cognitive development. Games promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and strategic planning, all while fostering a love for learning.
Beyond academic benefits, board games are invaluable tools for developing crucial soft skills.
They encourage teamwork, communication, and negotiation, teaching students how to collaborate effectively and respectfully. By interacting face-to-face, students learn to manage their emotions, practice patience, and develop empathy – skills that are essential for success in both the classroom and in life.
Your contribution will help us create a dynamic learning environment where students can build academic skills and develop essential social-emotional competencies through the joy of play. Please help us bring the power of board games to our classrooms!
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
The Uzzle 3.0 Board Game, Family Board Games for Children & Adults, Block Puzzle Games for Ages 4+
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Telestrations Original 8-Player | Family Board Game | A Fun Game for Kids and Adults | Game Night Just Got Better | The Telephone Game Sketched Out | Ages 12+
• Amazon Business
$31.99
1
$31.99
UNO Play with Pride Card Game (inclusive board game)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$14.00
2
$28.00
Pressman SMATH Board Game - Elementary - Kids
• School Specialty
$27.59
1
$27.59
Mattel Games Blokus XL Strategy Board Game, Family Game for Kids & Adults with Colorful Oversized Pieces & Just One Rule (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$26.99
1
$26.99
Quirkle - Game
• AKJ Education
$18.98
1
$18.98
Melissa & Doug Suspend Family Game (31 pcs) - Wire Balance Game, Family Game Night, Family Activities, Games For Kids Ages 8+
• Amazon Business
$18.04
1
$18.04
Proof! Math Game - The Fast Paced Game of Mental Math Magic - Teachers’ Choice Award Winning Educational Game, Ages 9+
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Hasbro Gaming Scrabble Board Game,Word Game for Kids Ages 8 and Up,Fun Family Game for 2-4 Players,The Classic Crossword Game
• Amazon Business
$17.83
1
$17.83
Hasbro Sorry! Board Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids
• School Specialty
$17.69
1
$17.69
Tile Lock Scrabble - Game
• AKJ Education
$17.52
1
$17.52
Hasbro Gaming Battleship with Planes | 2-Player Strategy Board Games for Kids | Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls | Ages 7+ (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? People & Pets Board Game Edition | The Original Guessing Game | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
ThinkFun Rush Hour Traffic Jam Logic Game - Engaging STEM Toy for Kids Age 8 and Up | Enhances Reasoning & Planning Skills | Over 20 Awards Winner | Trusted Worldwide Seller for Over 20 Years
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up
• Amazon Business
$9.97
1
$9.97
Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up 2-4 Players (Packaging may vary)
• Amazon Business
$8.98
1
$8.98
Qwixx: The frantic dice rolling game that everyone plays at once! For ages 8+, 2-5 players, from Gamewright
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$377.32
Vendor shipping charges
$4.53
Sales tax
$33.02
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.66
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$450.53
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$79.51
Total project goal
$530.04
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$530.04
1 Donor
-$502.13
Donations toward project cost
-$450.53
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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