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They love learning through colorful games, hands-on activities, movement, and opportunities to practice skills in ways that feel more like play than work. These engaging resources help capture their attention and make them excited to participate.\r\n\r\nI have especially noticed that students who may be hesitant during traditional lessons often become more confident when they are given an interactive or game-based way to practice. Students who need additional repetition can practice skills in a fun, low-pressure setting, while students who have already mastered a skill can be challenged with enrichment activities.\r\n\r\nHaving access to TPT resources helps me create a classroom where every student has opportunities to learn in a way that works best for them. I am so grateful to our donors for helping provide these valuable resources and making learning more engaging for my kindergarten students!\r\n\r\nI have been gifted more time to focus on teaching new ELA curriculum my using google slides I purchased that compliment our Wonders curriculum. I also was able to purchase a focus wall that points students to what we will be learning each week. 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The cardstock is sturdy enough for students to cut, glue, draw, and build with, making each project a fun opportunity to practice fine motor skills while expressing their creativity.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw all of the bright, colorful cardstock, they were so excited! They immediately began talking about all the different things they wanted to create. Their excitement reminded me how powerful it is to give young learners materials that invite them to explore and use their imagination.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using the cardstock in upcoming lessons and projects throughout the year. We will be creating classroom displays, completing art projects connected to our curriculum, and making hands-on learning materials for reading, math, science, and social-emotional learning. I am excited to see where my students' creativity takes us next!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make these learning experiences possible. Your generosity has added so much color, creativity, and excitement to our kindergarten classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1781386361939,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-creativity-to-our-kindergarten/10312511/","projectTitle":"Bringing Creativity to Our Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Der Ham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7936203_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695537729623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7936203"},{"teacherId":7936203,"projectId":10455450,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they first saw our new classroom resources! The ergonomic chair has allowed me to work more comfortably alongside students during small-group centers, where I can provide individualized instruction and support as they practice important reading, writing, and math skills.\r\n\r\nThe Crayola markers have brought so much creativity to our classroom. My students love using them to illustrate stories, create colorful projects, and show what they have learned through art. They were thrilled to have bright, quality markers available to make their ideas come to life!\r\n\r\nThe Treasure Box toys have been especially motivating for my students. They are excited to earn tokens for demonstrating kindness, making responsible choices, helping others, and working hard. Choosing a small treasure is a special moment for them, and it reinforces the idea that positive choices and effort are something to celebrate.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using these resources during small-group instruction, creative projects, and our classroom token economy. We are currently learning about colors and will be using art and writing activities to explore color words and express our ideas. Thank you to our generous donors for helping create a classroom where my kindergarten students can learn, create, make positive choices, and celebrate their accomplishments!","fullyFundedDate":1786542233812,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-learn-create-shine/10455450/","projectTitle":"Tools to Learn, Create & Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Der Ham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7936203_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695537729623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7936203"},{"teacherId":7936203,"projectId":10312491,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see our new classroom resources! The organizers have already made a big difference in our daily routines. Students are able to easily find and put away their supplies, which encourages independence and helps keep our classroom organized and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nThe Squishyland game has been especially exciting. My students love learning through hands-on play, and they have enjoyed working together, taking turns, solving problems, and practicing important social skills. It has been wonderful to see students encouraging one another and celebrating their classmates' successes.  They especially love the squishies which are very popular in my class!\r\n\r\nWe also appreciate the lined paper which allows us to write as a class community.  Each day I model how to use the guidelines during a variety of writing assignments.  This week we are brainstorming ideas for all the color words.  \r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will keep using these resources to support our learning, teamwork, and classroom routines. Our next steps are to build on these skills through more collaborative games, hands-on activities, and learning centers. 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These supplies will be used every day to support learning, creativity, and student growth. Having the right materials allows my students to stay engaged and confident in the classroom. They will be so happy and grateful to have these resources available. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a difference in the lives of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1781386362009,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-needed/10285851/","projectTitle":"Supplies Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"},{"teacherId":9404860,"projectId":10337495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our fourth-grade classroom! This board game will be a wonderful addition to our classroom and will be used during indoor recess, early finisher time, and small-group activities. It will help students strengthen teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills while having fun together. Your kindness helps create a welcoming classroom where students can learn, grow, and build friendships. We truly appreciate your support and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1784670114551,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-grow-board-games/10337495/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, Grow: Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"},{"teacherId":9404860,"projectId":10394674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your kindness and support mean so much to us as we prepare for an exciting school year. Because of you, our students will have new materials that will make learning more engaging, creative, and fun. They are going to be so excited when they see everything you've helped provide. Technology is such a big part of their learning in fourth grade. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1785171586729,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-resource/10394674/","projectTitle":"TPT Resource","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"},{"teacherId":9404860,"projectId":10337503,"letterContent":"The TPT resources have helped my students learn by allowing me to provide engaging, targeted activities that support different learning needs in our classroom. These resources help me create meaningful lessons, provide extra practice, and offer students new ways to interact with important concepts. My students are especially excited when they see new activities and projects because they love having opportunities to learn in creative and interactive ways. 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When they first saw the supplies, they were so excited and immediately began sharing ideas about what they wanted to create. Their enthusiasm was amazing to see! Next, we will continue using these materials for student projects, artist studies, and hands-on activities that encourage creativity, confidence, and self-expression.","fullyFundedDate":1778371916287,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/10069071/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"},{"teacherId":9404860,"projectId":9943314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! We are so excited to use all of our fraction materials for the upcoming unit. It is going to be our next unit and my team and I have so many fun things planned for the students to do. Fractions are a challenging concept to understand, but now with the generous donation from you, our students will be able to grasp a better understanding about fractions. I really really appreciate your donation to our third grade classes!!\r\n\r\nThank you so much again and I can't wait for my students to use these materials in our next unit.","fullyFundedDate":1765568169453,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-upcoming-fraction-unit/9943314/","projectTitle":"Support Our Upcoming Fraction Unit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"},{"teacherId":9404860,"projectId":9869314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Your donation went such a long way in our classroom. My students were beyond excited to have new supplies in the treasure box for them to get. There was such a variety of items that my students will be so happy to choose from our treasure box for the rest of the year. I could not get all of these amazing items on my so I appreciate the generous donation. Thank you so much again and my students would like to thank you as well for all your help!! \r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1765568169579,"projectUrl":"project/learning-games-treasure-box/9869314/","projectTitle":"Learning Games & Treasure Box","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9404860_orig.jpg?crop=2719,2719,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709523514409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9404860"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93497","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":416,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":40,"percentAsian":35,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":28,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"20.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":90.5,"schoolId":93497,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mabel Paine Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mabel Paine Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/placentia-yorba-linda-usd/mabel-paine-elementary-school/93497"}