Help me give my students items to learn to collaborate with their peers.
$259 goal
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
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
Over the coming weeks, we'll be focusing on strengthening our collaboration and teamwork skills, abilities that will serve students well not just in this classroom but throughout your academic journey and future careers. The ability to work effectively with others, to communicate clearly, and to combine diverse perspectives into unified solutions is consistently ranked among the most valuable skills by employers across all industries.
I'll be introducing several team-building activities designed to help students develop these crucial skills.
These exercises will challenge students to listen actively, contribute meaningfully, and problem-solve collectively. Some activities will require physical objects for construction challenges, others will involve collaborative planning, and still others will push students to think creatively as a unit. Each activity has been carefully selected to emphasize different aspects of effective teamwork.
The items and materials we'll be using might seem simple, index cards, markers, building blocks, or even everyday objects, but the lessons they'll help reinforce are profound. Through these activities, students will practice clear communication, develop trust among teammates, learn to delegate effectively, and discover how to leverage each person's unique strengths for the benefit of the whole team. Remember, the goal isn't just completing the tasks, but reflecting on how students worked together and identifying strategies that can improve their collaborative approach.
I'm excited to see how our students grow through these experiences and develop bonds that strengthen our classroom community!
Nearly all 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
400 students impacted
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Lichamp Masking Tape 10 Pack General Purpose Beige White Color, 0.75 inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls (550 Total Yards), for Painting, Home, Office, School Stationery, Arts, Crafts etc. (3004)
• Amazon Business
$18.49
5
$92.45
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3 x 3 in., 24 Pads, 70 Sheets/Pad, 2X the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons Collection
• Quill.com
$21.59
2
$43.18
Amazon Basics Ruled Lined Index Cards, 1000 count, 10 Pack of 100, White, 3 in x 5 in
• Amazon Business
$7.84
5
$39.20
Materials cost
$174.83
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$12.33
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.62
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$219.78
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$38.78
Total project goal
$258.56
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