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Ms. Emily from Hutchinson, MN is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Summer Bridge Outdoor Classroom at the Farm to School Garden

Help me give my students a hands-on learning experiences for students through the summer bridge program with the goal of increasing food literacy and providing positive food experiences.

  • $712 goal

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

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Overtime, we want to improve access to these foods, help students build lifelong eating habits that promote health, and have fun doing so. Kids who know where their food comes from can develop a deeper connection to nature. It helps them appreciate the hard work and natural processes involved in growing food, from planting seeds to harvesting crops. This can foster a sense of responsibility and care for nature, which can carry over into how they treat their environment in other areas of life.

Teaching kids about food production—whether it’s how plants grow, where animals come from, or how food is transported—helps them grasp concepts like resource management, the environment, and the importance of reducing food waste.

By understanding how their choices impact the planet, they may become more mindful about the environment in the future.

Learning about food production challenges kids to think critically about the systems in place. For example, they can learn about the pros and cons of different farming methods, such as organic versus conventional farming, or the implications of fast food on health and the environment. It nurtures curiosity and fosters an understanding of the broader social, economic, and environmental systems.

Overall, Understanding food helps them connect more deeply with the world around them and encourages a mindset that supports sustainability and healthier living.

Ms. Emily Tiger Elementary School Grades 3-5 Hutchinson, MN View local requests

More than a third 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

200 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Indoor/Outdoor Floor Seats - Set of 4 - Durable, All-Weather Flexible Seating Chairs for Kids - Alternative Seating • Lakeshore Learning Materials $119.00 2 $238.00
VIVOHOME Heavy Duty 880 Lbs Capacity Mesh Steel Garden Cart Folding Utility Wagon with Removable Sides and 4.10/3.50-4" Wheels 10 inch Tire (Black) • Amazon Business $135.49 1 $135.49
ECR4Kids SoftZone Tree Polyurethane Foam Floor Cushions, Flexible Seating, Chocolate, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $72.64 1 $72.64
John Deere Kids Wheelbarrow - 34 Inch - Kids Gardening Tools - John Deere Toys - Ages 2 Years and Up • Amazon Business $59.94 1 $59.94
Volnau Animal Figurines Toys 16PCS Life Cycle Set Plant Locust Butterfly Caterpillars Bee Animal Figures for Toddlers Kids Decorations Preschool Educational Prop • Amazon Business $17.90 1 $17.90
Homgaty 10 Pcs Magnifying Glass for Kids, 10X 5X Mini Handheld Magnifier, Small Magnify Glasses Lens with 10 Lanyard for School Students Outdoor Explorer, Science Observation and Seniors Reading • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
My First Gardening Journal: Gardening Journal & Coloring Book For Young Gardeners Kids Garden Logbook Ages 3-6 • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt: (Nature Book for Kids, Gardening and Vegetable Planting, Outdoor Nature Book) (Over and Under) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39

Materials cost

$554.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$604.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.68

Total project goal

$711.21

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