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Ms. M. M. Malden from Apollo Beach, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Whalesbots in Action: Learning Through Play

Help me give my students WhalesBot D3 Pro 12-in-1 STEM Wecode Pad Coding, WhalesBot C3 Pro 12-in-1 Remote Control & Coding, WhalesBot D1 21-in-1 STEM Coding Robot Kit and WhalesBot A1 Coding Toy for Kids, Building Block Robot.

  • 2 donors
  • $780 still needed

expires Jan 07

  • 2 donors
  • $780 still needed
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My Project

We are so excited about the possibility of bringing Whalesbots into our 1st grade classroom because it’s a fresh and original way to make STEM learning come alive for our youngest learners. These fun, easy-to-use robots give our students a chance to actively explore important skills like coding, problem-solving, and critical thinking—all while connecting what they learn in math, science, and reading to real-world experiences.

Whalesbots provide an exciting, playful, and powerful way to bring STEM concepts alive for our 1st grade students, helping them grow as thinkers, creators, and collaborators.

This project is very hands-on and relies heavily on student action. Instead of just listening or watching, our kids will be moving, experimenting, and creating as they program their Whalesbots. Whether they’re counting steps in math, traveling through a life cycle in science, or retelling stories in ELA, they’re engaged in meaningful learning that sparks curiosity and joy.

One of the best parts of this idea is the opportunity for cross-grade partnerships. Our 1st graders will work alongside older students who will serve as mentors and coding buddies, helping guide them through challenges. At the same time, our class will buddy up with a younger grade, giving our students the chance to step into leadership roles and share their new skills. These connections build confidence, community, and a love for learning across the whole school.

Through hands-on activities, stories, and conversations, our students will begin to imagine themselves as future scientists, engineers, and creators. This early exposure plants the seeds of possibility and helps them see that they belong in the world of STEM.

This is exactly the kind of learning experience our kids need to build a strong foundation for success and confidence in school and beyond.

Ms. M. M. Malden Dorothy C. York Innovation 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.

Apollo Beach, FL View local requests

More than half 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

40 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
WhalesBot D3 Pro 12-in-1 STEM Wecode Pad Coding Robot Kit for Kids, 388-Piece Educational Building Set with Interactive Storytelling, Ideal Toy Gift for Boys & Girls Ages 6-8 • Amazon Business $127.49 2 $254.98
WhalesBot C3 Pro 12-in-1 Remote Control & Coding Robot Kit for Kids 4+, Advanced Smart Panel & Cards Programming, Educational STEM Toy, Block Building Set with Controller & Motor for Kids 4-6, 5-7 • Amazon Business $127.49 2 $254.98
WhalesBot D1 21-in-1 STEM Coding Robot Kit for Kids (Ages 4-10), 280+ Pieces Educational Building Set with APP-Controlled & Programming, 3D APP Guidance, Ideal Toy Gift for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $53.59 2 $107.18
WhalesBot A1 Coding Toy for Kids, Building Block Robot, Fun STEM Toy with Magnetic Controller and Sensor Blocks, Screen-Free Coding with 3 Guide Books for Kids 3-6 • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98

Materials cost

$707.12

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$747.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.95

Total project goal

$879.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $879.68

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $779.68

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