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Inspired by this work, they created \"The Classroom Constitution of Room 31,\" complete with rules and rights written in their own words. The artifact replicas, inquiry charts, and Impact Social Studies lessons have made history tangible and engaging. Students love debating, analyzing, and taking on the role of young citizens.\r\n \r\nThank you for helping them see how history lives in their voices and actions every day!","fullyFundedDate":1755916946983,"projectUrl":"project/from-colonies-to-constitution-bringing/9612535/","projectTitle":"From Colonies to Constitution: Bringing History Alive for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1521564_orig.jpg?crop=1129,1129,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611715251029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1521564"},{"teacherId":10075852,"projectId":9456798,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your kindness means more than words can express.\r\nOur students are a wonderful group of learners with unique strengths, talents, and challenges. Every resource we receive helps us create a classroom where each child can feel supported, successful, and proud of who they are. Thanks to your generosity, we've been able to provide better support into our smaller groups. We are able to project with this new laptop and provide closer presentations to our learners! These additions have already made a positive difference in our daily routines and in our students' ability to engage, learn, and shine.\r\nYour support reminds our students—and all of us—that there are caring people in the world who believe in them and their potential. The joy on their faces when they explore something new, communicate in their own way, or achieve a goal is a direct reflection of the compassion you've shown.\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where every child feels valued, included, and capable of amazing things. Your generosity truly touches lives and helps make our classroom a place full of hope, growth, and love.","fullyFundedDate":1752773169785,"projectUrl":"project/show-it-share-it/9456798/","projectTitle":"Show it Share it!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Villanueva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10075852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752302318593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10075852"},{"teacherId":1521564,"projectId":9048066,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our third-grade scientists became the proud caretakers of live crayfish and their fully equipped habitats. From the moment the crayfish arrived, the room was buzzing with excitement. Students crowded around to watch the crayfish explore their new homes, pointing out claws, antennae, and legs with amazement. We used the magnifying glasses and one student exclaimed, \"They have tiny hairs on their legs!\" while another carefully sketched the shape of the claws in their science journal.\r\n\r\nWe used these resources daily to observe and record the structures and behaviors of our crayfish. Students have noted how they use their large claws to move gravel, their antennae to sense their surroundings, and their swimmerets to help them move through the water. These real-time observations have turned abstract science concepts into tangible, memorable experiences. The joy and curiosity on their faces during these sessions are proof that hands-on learning truly brings science to life.\r\n\r\nNext, our budding scientists designed their own investigations, asking questions like, \"Do crayfish prefer light or dark areas?\" and \"How do they react to different water temperatures?\" Your support created a living laboratory in our classroom, sparking an excitement for STEM that will continue to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1746663681972,"projectUrl":"project/crack-the-crayfish-code-exploring-scien/9048066/","projectTitle":"Crack the Crayfish Code: Exploring Science Through Hands-On Discovery!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1521564_orig.jpg?crop=1129,1129,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611715251029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1521564"},{"teacherId":1521564,"projectId":9051630,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our Math Masters project, our classroom is now equipped with engaging, hands-on materials that make multiplication and geometry come alive for our young learners. Students are using games, visual models, and manipulatives to build a stronger understanding of key math concepts—and they're having fun while doing it! Right now they are especially LOVING their new multiplication flashcards as they get get ready for 4th grade!\r\n\r\nYour donation has not only provided resources, but also boosted student confidence, curiosity, and collaboration. Every time a student successfully solves a problem or explains their thinking using our new tools, your impact is felt.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in helping our growing minds become true math masters!","fullyFundedDate":1742966989908,"projectUrl":"project/math-masters-multiplication-and-geometr/9051630/","projectTitle":"Math Masters: Multiplication and Geometry for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1521564_orig.jpg?crop=1129,1129,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611715251029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1521564"},{"teacherId":1521564,"projectId":9051907,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, my students have been given the joy of continuing Roz's adventure in The Wild Robot Escapes! Their excitement when they saw we had received their very own copy of the book was priceless. With each turn of the page, they will not only enjoy the story but also develop essential reading skills. Through group discussions, written reflections, and interactive activities, students are learning to make inferences, analyze character growth, and identify themes such as survival, friendship, and problem-solving. The colorful pens, folders, and bookmarks are helping them stay organized and engaged, while the fun robot stickers are serving as motivating rewards along the way.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and collaborative experience. Students eagerly participate in read-alouds, partner reading, and independent reading time, using their materials to jot down thoughts, predictions, and favorite moments. One student, who was initially hesitant about chapter books, now confidently shares insights about Roz's journey and even leads small group discussions. Another student, inspired by the book's themes, has started writing his own robot adventure story! Seeing their confidence and love for reading grow has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on my students' literacy journey. They feel like real readers—because they are! Thank you for believing in the power of books and for giving my students this wonderful opportunity to learn, imagine, and explore through reading. 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