Tiny Hands, Big Minds: Building Brains With Manipulatives!
Help me give my students manipulatives and materials in an EC classroom such as: SumBlox number set, wooden dominoes, Boggle and mini prizes for rewards.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ross's classroom raised $255
This project is fully funded
My Project
In my early childhood classroom, learning happens best through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. My students are curious, enthusiastic, and eager to engage with the world around them. To support their growth, we need developmentally appropriate manipulatives and materials that make learning fun, meaningful, and accessible to all.
Manipulatives such as building blocks, sorting sets, puzzles, and fine motor tools help children strengthen essential skills in math, language, problem-solving, and coordination.
These materials also encourage collaboration, creativity, and perseverance—skills that build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Many of my students come from low-income households and may not have access to high-quality learning tools outside of school. By providing engaging and durable materials in our classroom, I can ensure every child has the opportunity to explore concepts like shapes, numbers, patterns, and spatial reasoning in a way that is both age-appropriate and fun.
These resources will transform our classroom into a vibrant space where students can touch, build, sort, and imagine. They’ll not only boost academic growth but also promote confidence and joy in learning.
Your support will help me create a classroom where all children, regardless of background, have what they need to thrive. Thank you for believing in early learners and the power of hands-on education!
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
SumBlox Mini (Basic Set) - Set of 80 Mini STEM Solid Wood Educational Numbers, Including Wooden Box and Pack of 80 Activity Cards
• Amazon Business
$75.95
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$75.95
1200+ PCS Party Favors for Kids Fidget Toys Bulk, Treasure Box Prizes for Kids Classroom Birthday Gifts Bulk Toys Goodie Bags Stuffers Party Supplies
• Amazon Business
$30.99
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$30.99
hand2mind Wooden Dominoes Set for Kids, Double Six Dominoes for Toppling, Bulk Domino Blocks, Montessori Math Manipulatives, Kids Dominoes Classroom Set, Kindergarten Learning Games (6 Sets of 28)
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