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These resources make it easier for them to grasp early literacy, math, and social-emotional concepts because they can see, touch, and do while learning.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the variety of hands-on activities—everything from themed learning centers to fine-motor challenges to storytelling and building prompts. They absolutely light up when they see new materials rotated in, and you can feel their excitement as they work together, make discoveries, and confidently try new things.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who typically need extra support with attention or engagement have especially connected with these new activities. One student who often hesitates to participate now eagerly joins our centers because the materials are bright, tactile, and match her learning style. Another student with weak fine-motor skills has shown amazing growth through the new manipulatives and creative tasks that let him strengthen his skills in fun, low-pressure ways.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only given my students high-quality resources—they've also gained confidence, joy in learning, and opportunities to grow through meaningful, play-based experiences. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for believing in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference for our little learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758898771260,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-dreams-resources-f/9588653/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Dreams: Resources for Pre-K Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7184533_orig.jpg?crop=1965,1965,x0,y989&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662358904721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7184533"},{"teacherId":4624424,"projectId":7266771,"letterContent":"My students absolutely LOVED participating in our classroom clubs. Every student was engaged, curious and eager to learn more. Our class was the only class in the school to run these types of clubs and it was only because of your donations that we were able to do so. It is so important to offer multiple types of opportunities for students to learn at all different levels. Thank you so much for your generosity and providing the necessary resources to give my students a memorable experience. Forever grateful, class 205!","fullyFundedDate":1683680794920,"projectUrl":"project/clubs-for-kids/7266771/","projectTitle":"Clubs for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4624424_orig.jpg?crop=280,280,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567559532718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gwillis"},{"teacherId":7184533,"projectId":9049965,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity and support! Thanks to your contributions, our preschool classroom has been filled with joy, creativity, and hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nWhen our new materials arrived—like the Fire Truck Take Apart Toy with Electric Drill, Drill Bolt Buddies Crane, Disney LEGO sets, watercolor paper, and colorful dry erase markers—our students lit up with excitement. It was like opening presents on a holiday morning! Their eyes grew wide, and the room was instantly filled with giggles, curiosity, and imagination.\r\n\r\nWe've already had some amazing learning moments. One special project was our \"Community Helpers\" week. Using the Fire Truck Take Apart Toy, our students practiced fine motor skills and learned how vehicles work, while also pretending to be firefighters and mechanics. The electric drill was a huge hit—they couldn't believe they were allowed to use a \"real tool\" to explore how things come apart and fit back together.\r\n\r\nThe Drill Bolt Buddies Crane sparked a construction site dramatic play center, and our preschoolers teamed up to build pretend bridges and buildings. Meanwhile, during our \"Colors in Nature\" theme, we used the watercolor paper for painting leaves, flowers, and insects—helping students explore the natural world through color blending and brush technique.\r\n\r\nWith the watercolor paper and colorful dry erase markers you helped provide, our classroom has transformed into a space full of imagination and discovery. The students have been using these materials daily—both for structured learning and expressive art projects.\r\n\r\nThe Disney LEGO imaginative play sets have inspired countless stories. 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You've helped us create a classroom filled with wonder and discovery.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts—thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742953241472,"projectUrl":"project/imagine-create-grow-empowering-prek-l/9049965/","projectTitle":"Imagine, Create, Grow: Empowering PreK Learners through Hands-On Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7184533_orig.jpg?crop=1965,1965,x0,y989&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662358904721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7184533"},{"teacherId":7095691,"projectId":8895885,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support in helping us create a cozy and inspiring reading nook for our classroom. The donations we received have made a significant difference in fostering a warm and engaging environment where learning is not only productive but also fun. We are especially grateful for the dry erase markers and erasers. These tools have become n essential part of our dictation lessons, allowing students to actively participate and practice their skills with confidence. They have truly elevated the learning experience. The portable lap desks and cushions have added a level of comfort and flexibility that encourage students to settle into our reading nook with enthusiasm. These items have transformed the space into a welcome area where students feel at ease and ready to learn. The supply pouches have been incredibly helpful in keeping us organized. With these pouches, students can easily transition and retrieve their materials, making our routines smoother and more efficient. It's wonderful to see how this simple addition has made such a positive impact on our daily activities. The laminating pouches will ensure that our resources remain durable and useable for many years to come.\r\nThanks to your kindness our reading nook has become a cherished part of our learning and growth as readers. 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