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Mrs. Brittany from Cordele GA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tiny World, Big Possibilities

Help me give my students the opportunity to view the world around us differently.

  • 5 donors
  • $540 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

In the world of science education, the microscope is one of the most essential tools for students to learn and explore the microscopic world. In a STEAM classroom microscopes play a crucial role in fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning.

Microscopes have been used in classrooms for centuries, allowing students to observe and study objects that are too small to be seen with the naked eye.

They have revolutionized the way we understand the world around us, from cells and bacteria to molecules and atoms. In a STEAM classroom, microscopes provide students with the opportunity to explore the intricate details of the natural world and conduct their own experiments and investigations.

One of the many benefits of using microscopes in the classroom is that they allow students to develop their observation and analytical skills. By carefully examining specimens and making observations, students can learn how to make hypotheses, draw conclusions, and communicate their findings. This process helps them develop critical thinking skills and learn how to approach scientific problems in a methodical way.

Microscopes also provide students with a hands-on learning experience that is essential for engaging with scientific concepts. By actually seeing and studying microscopic organisms and structures, students can better understand complex scientific ideas and theories. This hands-on approach to learning helps students retain information better and develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

By integrating microscopes into their curriculum, teachers can foster curiosity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning in their students. As technology continues to advance, microscopes will continue to play a vital role in shaping the next generation of scientists and innovators.

Mrs. Brittany
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
AmScope M150C-I 40X-1000X All-Metal Optical Glass Lenses Cordless LED Student Biological Compound Microscope • Amazon Business $98.84 4 $395.36

Materials cost

$395.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $27.28

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$458.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.92

Total project goal

$539.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $539.49

3 Donors

-$269.73

Donations toward project cost

-$229.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.45

match offer

-$269.76

Match offer toward project cost

-$229.30

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.46

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 $0.00

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