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Ms. Lisa from San Diego, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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These Books are Like Containers—They're Full of Packed Knowledge

Help me give my students books to complete series and containers for organization of our stem supplies.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lisa's classroom raised $404

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My Project

When incorporating STEM learning it’s essential to provide well-organized and easily accessible materials. I'm requesting containers to hold these resources helps maintain a tidy, efficient learning environment. Clear, stackable bins or bins with compartments allow for sorting materials like building blocks, open ended play materials, science experiment tools, and manipulatives, ensuring that each item is readily available for hands-on exploration. This organization also fosters independent learning, as children can easily locate the resources they need for each project or activity. Additionally, using labeled containers can help reinforce vocabulary and concepts while ensuring that materials are safely stored and preserved for future use.

In addition to proper storage, requesting books to complete a series that aligns with STEM concepts is an important step in encouraging literacy and fostering curiosity.

Books that cover topics such as engineering, problem-solving, scientific inquiry, and mathematical thinking can serve as both references and inspiration for young learners. Completing a series of books ensures that children are exposed to a broad range of ideas while gradually building their knowledge. Pairing these books with appropriate containers for storage helps create a cohesive learning space where children can seamlessly move from reading to hands-on experimentation, nurturing their growth as future engineers, scientists, and mathematicians.

Ms. Lisa Spreckels Elementary School Grades PreK-2 San Diego, CA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
IRIS USA Fits 6" x 6" Photos, 8 Pack Scrapbook Paper Storage Cases, Cheer bow box, for Organizing Art and Crafting Supplies, Stationery, Small Items, Washi Tape, Nail Polish, Rounded Corner, Clear • Amazon Business $31.34 1 $31.34
FUBBLES NO Spill Funfiniti Bubble Machine | Blows One Hour of Non Stop Bubbles | Amazon Exclusive Toy Set Includes 36oz of Non Toxic Refill Solution (Bubble Solution Bottle Colors Will Vary) • Amazon Business $21.45 1 $21.45
Melissa & Doug Get Well Doctor’s Kit Play Set – 25 Toy Pieces - Doctor Role Play Set, Doctor Kit For Toddlers And Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $21.27 1 $21.27
JOYIN 2 Kids Bubble Gun with 2 Bottles Bubble Refill Solution, Bubble Guns Kids 4-8, Bubble Machine Gun for Toddlers 1-3, Bubble Gun Blaster Party Favors, Summer Toy, Outdoors, Easter, Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $19.60 1 $19.60
IRIS USA Scrapbook Paper Storage Cases, 10-Pack, Fits 4" x 6" Photos Organizing Art and Crafting Supplies Stationery Small Items Washi Tape Nail Polish Rounded Corner, Clear • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
IRIS USA Plastic Pencil Case Box Craft Hobby Art School Supply Storage Organizer Container with Latching Lid, 10-Pack, for Bead Pens Ribbons Wahi Tape Sticker Yarn Ornaments, Stackable, Clear, Medium • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Vlad, the Fabulous Vampire (The World of Gustavo) • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Learning Resources Peekaboo Learning Jungle Toddler,10 Pieces, Ages 18 Months+, Learning Toys, Baby Toys, Educational Toys, Fidget Toys, fine Motor Skills • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
IRIS USA Plastic Pencil Case Box Craft Hobby Art School Supply Storage Organizer Container with Latching Lid, 10-Pack, for Bead Pens Ribbons Wahi Tape Sticker Yarn Ornaments, Stackable, Clear, Large • Amazon Business $13.24 1 $13.24
B. toys- B. baby – Baby Shape Sorter – Sorting Toy with 3 Owls – Colorful Shapes, Bead Maze & Fun Sounds – Developmental & Educational Game for Babies & Toddlers –Hooty-Hoo - 10 Months + • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
The Cool Bean (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $12.60 1 $12.60
IRIS USA Plastic Pencil Case Box Craft Hobby Art School Supply Storage Organizer Container with Latching Lid, 10-Pack, for Bead Pens Ribbons Wahi Tape Sticker Yarn Ornaments, Stackable, Clear, Small • Amazon Business $12.39 1 $12.39
Charlie Makes a Splash! • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Rocket Says Look Up! • Amazon Business $11.30 1 $11.30
The Sour Grape (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $10.80 1 $10.80
Battat – Shape Sorter – Colorful Sorting Toy – 3 Shapes & Sounds – Educational & Developmental Toy For Toddlers – 18 Months + – Shapes And Sound Sorter • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
The Couch Potato (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $9.55 1 $9.55
Creepy Carrots! (Creepy Tales!) • Amazon Business $9.22 1 $9.22
The Big Cheese (The Food Group) • Amazon Business $8.56 1 $8.56

Materials cost

$282.51

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.85

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$342.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.46

Total project goal

$403.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$403.06

3 Donors

-$399.53

Donations toward project cost

-$340.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.48

match offer

-$3.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$2.55

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.53

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$0.00

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