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There were smiles, questions, and eager hands ready to get started. Many students couldn't wait to test them out and see how they worked, especially during our energy investigations. That excitement quickly turned into deeper understanding as students realized they could see and feel science happening right in front of them. These tools helped make a challenging topic more accessible and engaging for all learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, donors truly became part of our classroom journey. As we move forward, students will continue building on their understanding of energy and energy transfer by applying what they've learned to more advanced experiments and projects. They'll use these supplies to test predictions, analyze results, and explain their thinking with confidence. Your support has made science come alive in our classroom, creating lasting curiosity and a stronger foundation for future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769178063210,"projectUrl":"project/science-rules-energy-and-energy-transf/9962481/","projectTitle":"Science Rules - Energy and Energy Transfer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. M.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp120613_orig.png?crop=284,284,x8,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1552682504699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/120613"},{"teacherId":10350359,"projectId":9895311,"letterContent":"The Book Studies project has played a powerful role in getting students excited about reading by exposing them to a wide variety of characters, cultures, and life experiences. With access to engaging and diverse books, our class uses these texts in book study groups where students read, discuss, and reflect together. Working in small groups allows students to share their thoughts, ask questions, and make personal connections to the characters and their stories, which increases engagement and motivation to read.\r\n\r\nThrough these book study groups, students strengthen comprehension skills such as understanding plot, identifying themes, and analyzing character development while learning from one another's perspectives. The collaborative discussions help students think more deeply about the text and build confidence in expressing their ideas. 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Students were excited to create lanterns, explore zodiac symbols, and share what they learned with classmates. Your generosity sparked curiosity, joy, and meaningful cultural learning that truly made an impact.","fullyFundedDate":1769314349825,"projectUrl":"project/lets-horse-around-and-learn-about-the-l/10052939/","projectTitle":"Let's Horse Around and Learn About the Lunar New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9871973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! I have an amazing group of fifth graders who are curious, imaginative, and eager to learn. This year, they are diving into Amplify CKLA, exploring rich topics such as the Renaissance, Native American cultures, the Maya civilization, and even Shakespeare.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will be able to bring these stories to life through hands-on, creative projects. 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Instead of only reading about Renaissance artists and sculptors, students were able to experience the creative process themselves by planning, designing, and carving their own \"stone\" sculptures from soap. We used classroom technology—such as short instructional videos, images of famous Renaissance sculptures, and the document camera—to model techniques, study details, and connect our work directly to CKLA content. This helped students better understand how Renaissance artists observed the human form, worked carefully over time, and expressed ideas through art.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students was having the tools and materials to create something tangible they could be proud of. Many students who sometimes struggle with traditional reading or writing activities truly shined during this project. A few students who are typically quiet or hesitant in class became deeply engaged, showing persistence, problem-solving, and creativity as they refined their designs. The project boosted confidence, encouraged collaboration, and made learning memorable. Thanks to your support, students didn't just learn about the Renaissance—they experienced it, making meaningful connections that will stay with them far beyond this unit.","fullyFundedDate":1768417235691,"projectUrl":"project/you-get-an-earbud-you-get-an-earbud/9941596/","projectTitle":"You Get an Earbud, You Get an Earbud!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9950862,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting our project, Warm Hands, Warmer Hearts: Teaching Compassion Through Giving. Because of you, my students were able to take part in a meaningful service-learning experience that helped them understand compassion in a real and powerful way. Using the resources you provided, students participated in a class giving project focused on helping others in need. They worked together to organize, prepare, and reflect on donated items, discussing who might receive them and how these small acts of kindness could make a difference. One especially memorable moment was watching students carefully sort items while having thoughtful conversations about gratitude, empathy, and the importance of helping those around us.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement quickly turned into purpose. Many immediately asked questions about who would benefit and how they could help more. Several students shared personal experiences about times when kindness made a difference in their own lives, while others expressed pride in being able to give back. 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Because of you, my students were able to explore this important cultural celebration in a meaningful, hands-on way that went far beyond reading from a textbook. The resources you provided became the foundation for a rich learning experience that blended social studies, literacy, art, and meaningful classroom conversations. Your support helped transform our classroom into a place of curiosity, respect, and celebration of global traditions.\r\n\r\nWe used the materials to learn how Lunar New Year is celebrated across different countries, including China, Vietnam, Korea, and beyond. Students rotated through learning stations where they explored traditions, symbols, foods, and stories connected to the holiday. One particularly memorable project was when students created their own informational displays highlighting a specific country's Lunar New Year traditions. They researched customs, practiced summarizing key ideas, and presented their findings to classmates. These resources helped students visualize the celebration and truly understand its significance, making learning engaging and accessible for all.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were drawn to the vibrant colors, symbols, and hands-on elements, and several students shared personal connections to the holiday that they had never spoken about before. Others were eager to ask questions and compare Lunar New Year traditions to celebrations they already knew. The classroom buzzed with curiosity and enthusiasm, and students who are sometimes hesitant to participate were eager to join discussions. It was powerful to see how quickly the materials sparked both excitement and deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students also gained a greater appreciation for cultural diversity and global perspectives. They practiced respectful discussion, learned new vocabulary, and reflected on how traditions help bring families and communities together. These lessons encouraged empathy and curiosity, helping students see the world beyond their own experiences while recognizing the value of traditions close to home.","fullyFundedDate":1766416576574,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-lunar-new-year-around-the-wo/9967157/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Lunar New Year Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9835396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, All the World's a Stage – A Midsummer Night's Dream. Because of your generosity, my students are now able to experience Shakespeare in a way that feels exciting, accessible, and alive. We are using these new resources daily as we read, analyze, and perform scenes from the play. One of our favorite moments so far has been watching students work in small groups to act out scenes, using the materials to better understand character emotions, stage directions, and the humor woven throughout the story.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them had never read Shakespeare before and were nervous it would be confusing or boring—but those worries quickly disappeared. I heard comments like, \"This actually makes sense!\" and \"This is funny!\" Seeing their confidence grow as they realized they could understand and enjoy the play was incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue exploring A Midsummer Night's Dream through deeper discussion, creative writing, and performance. They'll be analyzing themes, comparing characters, and even reimagining scenes in their own modern interpretations. Thanks to you, my students are not just reading a classic—they're engaging with it, questioning it, and truly enjoying the process. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1765563714894,"projectUrl":"project/all-the-worlds-a-stage-a-midsummer-ni/9835396/","projectTitle":"All the World’s a Stage – A Midsummer Night’s Dream","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5591646,"projectId":8443331,"letterContent":"My students love using our whiteboard technology for math. We have been using them every single day to build a thinking classroom together. The students have played review games, completed tasks, and worked so hard to become amazing mathematicians.\r\nWe played a very fun relay review game using the whiteboards and markers. The students were so engaged and loved it! They ended up doing really well on their test the next day. \r\n\r\nI will continue to use these whiteboards year after year. They have been a critical part of my math instruction everyday. I love that my students get to work together on tasks at a vertical spaces. It makes all the difference.\r\n\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1723652810388,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-mathematical-concepts-through/8443331/","projectTitle":"Exploring Mathematical Concepts Through Interactive Whiteboard Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scadlock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5591646_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532920859660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5591646"},{"teacherId":7493640,"projectId":9545928,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the stool donations to our classroom, the students were so excited to see some new stools that were sturdy and easy to move around the classroom. The color matches the class decor and the aesthetics of it making it look more inviting and comfortable. We use our stools at our small groups table where I pull students to reteach instruction, they also like to sit on them to work together with their teams on that small groups table or they move the stools to different tables to work with their peers. \r\nThank you again for this contribution and we look forward to new things in our classroom soon.","fullyFundedDate":1755716742276,"projectUrl":"project/stools-are-cool/9545928/","projectTitle":"Stools are Cool","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7493640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599795453402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7493640"},{"teacherId":6191636,"projectId":9602750,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Osmo game kits for our kindergarten iPads. They love using the Osmo, and they are more engaged than ever during center time. \r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are able to learn through interactive, hands-on games that build problem-solving, wary literacy, and math skills. These tools have helped our classroom be energetic and a joyful learning space. I'm so grateful for the opportunities you've given my students. \r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755716743772,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-ideas/9602750/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6191636"},{"teacherId":4518638,"projectId":9324706,"letterContent":"I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation that made it possible for us to purchase a 3D printer. Your support has truly transformed our classroom experience.\r\n Since introducing the 3D printer, our students have been more engaged and motivated than ever. It has opened up exciting opportunities for hands-on learning, creativity, and problem-solving. From designing models to understanding real-world applications of technology, the printer has sparked curiosity and inspired our students to excel.\r\n Your contribution has not only provided a valuable tool but has also shown our students the power of community and generosity. 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