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Mrs. Brooks from Redford, MI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools and Treasures: Motivating Young Minds

Help me give my students items to help keep them motivated, keep them prepared for learning, and celebrate their efforts with small rewards that encourage positive behavior and academic growth.

  • $198 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

My Project

I love how my students come to school each day with excitement, curiosity, and a desire to learn, no matter the challenges they face. They are creative, determined, and full of potential.

The small prizes will help motivate them and celebrate their positive choices.

Pencils and pencil cases will make sure every student is prepared and organized, removing small obstacles that can get in the way of learning. These simple resources will help create a classroom where students feel supported, encouraged, and ready to do their best every single day.

Mrs. Brooks Redford Service Learning Academy Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Redford, MI 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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fainne 24 Pack Pencil Boxes for School Clear Plastic Pencil Case Large Plastic Crayon Box Bulk Stackable Classroom Stationery Organizer School Supplies(Blue) • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Amy&Benton 1000PCS Prize Box Toys for Kids Classroom Rewards Treasure Box Prizes Pinata Fillers Goodie Bag Stuffers Bulk • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Sooez 6 Pack Pencil Box, School Box, Hard Pencil Boxes for School Supplies Bulk, Large Plastic Pencil Case with Lid, Clear Pencil Container, Stackable School Box Crayon Boxes Bulk for Kids • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98

Materials cost

$135.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$167.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.65

Total project goal

$197.64

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