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Mrs. Tolbert from Reno, NV is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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These 3rd Graders Are Ready To Learn

Help me give my students a fun, engaging, inviting, exciting learning environment by providing them with several educational games they can play, some flexible seating so that they can comfortably sit around the classroom and some SEL books!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Tolbert's classroom raised $801

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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 Students

My students are fun, vibrant students excited to learn. Out of the 21 leaders in our class, several of them are English language learners, with one student not speaking any English at all. Even with the language barrier, we strive to learn every day, we help each other grow, and our goal is to make tomorrow better than today both academically and personally. When we fill each other's buckets, focus on the positives, and make learning fun, there is no other option but to have a great day.

My Project

Flexible seating allows students the freedom to make the choices that work best for them of where they can sit in order to focus on the task at hand. During independent work times, they choose a location in the classroom that works for them, typically sitting under desks, in cubbies, laying on the floor with clipboards, but when they are uncomfortable they begin to get off task. I thought if I can get them a lap desk, they can sit anywhere they want, not worry about being uncomfortable any longer, and focus on getting the task at hand complete. I have also included a nice rug, so that can be more comfortable than the hard floor - which can be used during independent work, whole-class reading, and SEL circle time. Speaking of SEL, I have a portion of my classroom dedicated to SEL, so not only will the rug be a nice change for them, the books will be good reminders on rough days. One of the books even includes squishy emotion toys, so when a student needs a mental break, they have somewhere dedicated to going that is comfortable and can help change their mood around.

Next, when the students are done with their work or while we are in math or ELA rotations, I believe that learning can be fun - and can take place even while playing games.

Because of this, I have included several Math and ELA games for the students. I want them to be able to recognize that they can play, and learn at the same time, without having to use technology.

If my project is funded, I can only imagine the excitement on my students' faces. They will recognize that this is a celebration for the classroom, bringing them joy daily.

Mrs. Tolbert Lemmon Valley Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

21 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desk, Flexible Seating for Homeschool and Classrooms, One-Piece Writing Table for Kids, Teens and Adults, GREENGUARD [Gold] Certified, Black (10-Pack) • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
PP940X - Math Folder Game Libraries - Gr 2-3 - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $159.00 1 $159.00
Flagship Carpets - Keep Calm & Learn On Area Rug for Children's Classroom, Kid's Bedroom, Teacher's Space and at Home Family Living or Play Room, 4' x 6', Blue • Amazon Business $81.71 1 $81.71
TT328 - Multiplication Facts Folder Game Library - Gr 3-5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $33.31 1 $33.31
PP589 - Magnetic Write Wipe Organization Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
SmartGames Apple Twist Travel Puzzle Game with 60 Challenges for Ages 5 - Adult • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Educational Insights Kanoodle Head-to-Head Puzzle Game for 2: Kids, Teens & Adults, Featuring 80 Challenges, Ages 7+ • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Our Class is a Family • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
SmartGames IQ Stars, The Entry-Level IQ Game, a Travel Game for Kids and Adults, a Cognitive Skill-Building Brain Game - Brain Teaser for Ages 6 & Up, 120 Challenges in a Travel-Friendly Case. • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$594.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $46.70

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$680.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$120.10

Total project goal

$800.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $800.66

1 Donor

-$400.33

Donations toward project cost

-$340.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.05

match offer

-$400.33

Match offer toward project cost

-$340.28

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.05

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