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Ms. Hillenbrand from Washington, DC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Supporting the E in STEM

Help me give my students new building materials to spark more creativity and innovation!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Hillenbrand's classroom raised $190

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students love to build, create, and imagine. These magnetic cube blocks will fuel that excitement across grade levels! I’m requesting four sets of magnetic cube blocks to enhance hands-on learning and spark creativity in our Science lab.

In our PreK and Kindergarten classrooms, the blocks will be a daily staple in our building centers.

At this age, students are developing critical fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and foundational math and engineering concepts — all through play. These colorful, magnetic cubes offer endless opportunities for open-ended construction, problem-solving, and collaborative play.

For students in grades 1 through 5, the blocks will serve as an engaging option during free choice time and early finisher activities. Older students love to experiment with more complex designs and explore concepts like symmetry, balance, and 3D geometry. These blocks also encourage teamwork, creativity, and persistence, essential 21st-century skills.

With your support, these durable, reusable materials will be enjoyed by hundreds of students year-round. Your donation will help us create a classroom environment where all learners — from our youngest builders to our aspiring engineers — can explore, design, and dream big!

Ms. Hillenbrand Marie Reed Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Washington, DC View local requests 450 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BENOKER Dinosaur Magnetic Blocks,Dino Volcano World Magnet Building Toys, Sensory Montessori Toys for STEM Learning, Toddler Gift for Boys & Girls Age 3-4 4-5 6-8 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
BENOKER 100Pcs Magnetic Blocks-Build Magnetic Blocks Forest World Set for Boys & Girls Age 3-5 6-8, STEM Sensory Toys for Toddlers Gifts for 3+ Years Old Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
54 Pcs Magnetic Blocks-Building Blocks Games Elements,Magnetic Cubes Toys for Boys & Girls Ages 3-5 5-7 6-8,Creative Montessori Sensory Toys,Fun Birthday Gift for 3+ Years Old • Amazon Business $26.59 1 $26.59
Magnetic Blocks,Creative Building Toys for Kids, STEM Sensory Toys for Ages 3-5, 5-7, 8-13, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Materials cost

$121.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $7.29

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$160.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.35

Total project goal

$189.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $189.02

5 Donors

-$161.17

Donations toward project cost

-$141.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.06

match offer

-$23.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$19.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.84

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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