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It quickly became a favorite, and they still ask to use it every day during indoor recess.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue exploring global traditions and using our pretend-and-play center to strengthen both academic skills and creativity.\r\n\r\nThank you for making learning so engaging and meaningful for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1766333060008,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-celebrate-lunar-new-year/9969329/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn & Celebrate: Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cravins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5325241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523910447611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cravins"},{"teacherId":9051094,"projectId":9933538,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on learning experiences that have truly transformed our classroom.\r\nYour donations allowed me to create interactive math and ELA stations where students learn by doing—counting, building, reading, writing, and collaborating with their peers. These stations have helped make learning fun, meaningful, and accessible for all learners, especially my students who need extra practice and support.\r\nI have seen a noticeable increase in student engagement and confidence. My kindergarteners are more excited about math and reading, more willing to take academic risks, and better able to work independently and in small groups. 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We will continue exploring concepts such as symmetry, patterns, and spatial reasoning through structured art experiences like Sip & Paint sessions. Because of your generosity, my students are experiencing learning in a joyful, engaging way that allows them to see themselves as both mathematicians and artists.","fullyFundedDate":1762208627564,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-living-color/9613646/","projectTitle":"Learning in Living Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cravins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5325241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523910447611","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cravins"},{"teacherId":5325241,"projectId":9338685,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are using the Notebook Ninjas resources every day to actively engage in their learning. These materials help them organize their thinking, model math strategies, and clearly explain their reasoning. Instead of simply writing answers, students are able to show how they arrived at their solutions, reflect on their work, and take greater ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how fun and hands-on these resources are. They love feeling like confident scholars who can think, create, and problem-solve independently. The Notebook Ninjas materials have transformed note-taking and practice into an engaging experience, and my students are always eager to get started. 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The light-up sticks added a magical touch, encouraging every student to move, play, and shine with confidence. \r\n\r\nDuring our Exceptional Children's Week show, these instruments truly helped our students light up the stage. The audience was captivated by the energy and joy radiating from each performance. Parents beamed with pride as they watched their children take the spotlight, celebrating their talents and accomplishments. 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