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Ms. D'Ginto from Philadelphia, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Time for Tangibles

Help me give my students Tangible incentives can be a valuable tool for motivating 4th-grade students.

  • $214 goal

This project expired on August 7, 2025.

This project expired on August 7, 2025.

My Project

Tangible incentives can be a valuable tool for motivating 4th-grade students, reinforcing positive behaviors, and creating a more engaging learning environment. Tangible rewards tap into extrinsic motivation, providing an external reason for students to engage in desired behaviors or complete tasks. For some students, the immediate appeal of a physical reward can be a powerful motivator, especially for tasks they might not find inherently interesting. Tangible incentives can clearly link specific actions (e.g., completing homework, participating in class, showing kindness) with positive consequences. This helps students understand what is expected of them. Something as small as a pack of stickers for a 4th-grade students who has truly earned it can mean the world to them!

Ms. D'Ginto Anne Frank Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Philadelphia, PA View local requests

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

33 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $36.98 1 $36.98
Slow Rising Stress Ball 24 Pack, Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Squishy Ball, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy for Students, Classroom Prize Box Toys • Amazon Business $29.65 1 $29.65
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $26.38 1 $26.38
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
20 PCS Multicolored Quiet Fidgets Toys for Unique Fidget Experience, Anti Anxiety Sensory Toys Combine into New Shapes, Brain Imagination Tools, Relax Therapy Educational Toy for Kids Boys Adults • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented，Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$148.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$181.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.97

Total project goal

$213.14

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