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Mrs. Masuta from Rosemead CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Support my 3rd-grade Classroom's Fresh Start

Help me give my students pens, books, and games.

  • 9 donors
  • $1,046 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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

After two decades of guiding 6th graders, I embarked on a new adventure, teaching 3rd graders. This transition, while exciting, poses unique challenges, especially in acquiring materials tailored to their needs. That's why I turn to you for support.

My project aims to enrich my students' educational journey by providing a diverse array of resources.

From books spanning different genres to engaging games, STEAM kits, essential pens, and delightful bookmarks, each item plays a crucial role in fostering a dynamic learning environment.

Books, the cornerstone of education, ignite imagination and broaden horizons. By offering various genres, I cater to diverse interests, nurturing a love for reading that transcends boundaries. Games not only make learning fun but also promote collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills essential for their future endeavors.

STEAM kits introduce young minds to the wonders of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, cultivating creativity and innovation. Pens and bookmarks may seem simple, but they symbolize ownership and pride in learning, instilling confidence in their abilities.

My goals for this project are twofold: to provide my students with the tools they need to succeed academically and to create a vibrant, inclusive classroom where every child feels valued and empowered.

What makes my students special? Their enthusiasm, resilience, and eagerness to learn. Despite facing various challenges, they approach each day with unwavering optimism and a thirst for knowledge. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a unique perspective to our classroom community.

Your generosity will not only enrich their learning experiences but also instill a lifelong love for learning. Together, we can ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and empower these young minds to reach for the stars.

Thank you for believing in the power of education and investing in the future of our children.

Mrs. Masuta
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Fairy Tales Problem Solving STEM Kits - Set 1 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $189.00 1 $189.00
Dog Man Books Series Set 1-10 • Amazon Business $71.90 1 $71.90
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Gr. 3-5 - Starter Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Dav Pilkey the adventures of dog man collection 5 books set (Dog Man,Dog Man A Tale of Two Kitties,Dog Man Unleashed,Dog Man Lord of the Fleas,Dog Man and Cat Kid) • Amazon Business $59.16 1 $59.16
Junie B. Jones Complete Kindergarten Collection: Books 1-17 • Amazon Business $44.39 1 $44.39
NEW SET! Dog Man 4 Books Collection: Dog Man #7 - Dog Man #10 • Amazon Business $39.85 1 $39.85
BESTAMTOY 36 PCS Wooden Sorting Stacking Rocks Stones,Sensory Toddler Toys Learning Montessori Toys, Building Blocks Game for Kids 1 2 3 4 5 6 Years Boy and Girl Birthday Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Bold Point, Assorted Ink, Dozen (2125414) • Quill.com $24.29 1 $24.29
Cricut - Ultimate Fine Point Pen Set (30 ct) - Variety • Best Buy Education $23.66 1 $23.66
Cricut Pen Set - Ultimate Fine Point Pens, Assorted Colors, Set of 30 • Blick Art Materials $20.99 1 $20.99
Firenze's Light: A Firefly Book about Gratitude, Compassion and Self-Appreciation • Amazon Business $18.96 1 $18.96
300PCS Animal Bulk Bookmarks for Kids Classroom 60 Designs Cool Wildlife Bookmarks Cute Book Mark Double Sided Bookmarks for Book Lovers Students Children Rewards Gifts • Amazon Business $18.59 1 $18.59
Battleship Classic Board Game, Strategy Game for Kids Ages 7 and Up, Fun for 2 Players • Amazon Business $16.84 1 $16.84
Alphabreaths Too: More ABCs of Mindful Breathing • Amazon Business $14.76 1 $14.76
I Choose Empathy: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
I Choose Kindness: A Colorful, Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose) • Amazon Business $12.80 1 $12.80
Ooly Yummy Yummy Scented Glitter Gel Pens, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.50 1 $12.50
What Is Kindness?: Children's Book About Kindness, Compassion, Friendship, and Empathy • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Decibella and Her 6-Inch Voice, 2nd Edition (Communicate with Confidence) • Amazon Business $11.47 1 $11.47
I Am a Tornado • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes: A Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Promote Self Esteem • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mesh and Marble Fidget Toy Set - 10 Pcs Marble Fidgets for Kids - Fidget Marble Mesh Fidget Toy - Marble Sensory Toy - Silent Fidget Toys for Anxiety • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Sadoni Squirrel: Superhero: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Ultimate Puzzle Challenge!: 125+ Brain Puzzles for Kids, Hidden Pictures, Mazes, Sudoku, Word Searches, Logic Puzzles and More, Kids Activity Book for Super Solvers (Highlights Jumbo Books & Pads) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79

Materials cost

$755.66

Vendor shipping charges

 $22.90

Sales tax

 $69.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$889.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$156.89

Total project goal

$1,045.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,045.92

8 Donors

-$518.54

Donations toward project cost

-$448.26

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.28

match offer

-$518.55

Match offer toward project cost

-$440.77

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.78

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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