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As we gathered around the mixing bowls, carefully stirring the batter, one student whispered, \"I want mine to be perfect so it makes Ms. C--- happy.\" Small moments like this spoke volumes about how deeply my students understood the purpose behind their work.\r\n\r\nThrough your support, my students didn't just bake—they learned empathy, gratitude, teamwork, and the joy of giving.","fullyFundedDate":1775061557356,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-kitchen/10136965/","projectTitle":"Kindness Kitchen","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10136866,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom math project. Because of you, my students now have access to transparent spinners, dice, and wet-erase markers that are already transforming the way they experience math each day.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I introduced the materials, the room filled with excitement. I heard things like, \"Wow!! A spinner\" \"Can I spin it?\" and \"I got 6! That means I have 6 more. Now I can add!\" Students who were once hesitant to participate in math games are now eager to join in, rolling dice with big smiles and proudly explaining their thinking to their classmates. One student beamed and said, \"I like Math because it's so much fun!\"\r\n\r\nYour kindness is felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776102600024,"projectUrl":"project/spin-roll-and-solve-math-tools-for-ha/10136866/","projectTitle":"Spin, Roll, and Solve: Math Tools for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10146457,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for helping to fund my project \"Goldfish Grow Gardens: Science Comes Alive in Kindergarten\". Since we have had the additional fish to our fish tank, our classroom has a new vibrancy. My students are engaged in asking thoughtful questions, making daily observations of the fish, and developing a deeper understanding of science and the environment. Beyond observations and discussions, my students are also developing other areas academically, they are incorporating their observations into their writing and in their math stories. \r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your support and for the meaningful difference you have made in my students' educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1774305977230,"projectUrl":"project/goldfish-grow-gardens-science-comes-ali/10146457/","projectTitle":"Goldfish Grow Gardens: Science Comes Alive in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10136720,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible support, my kindergarten students are experiencing a truly special moment in their reading journeys. Thanks to you, our classroom now has a growing collection of early chapter books that are helping students take the exciting step from picture books to more advanced reading.\r\n\r\nAs soon as I opened the books, your impact was immediate. When I introduced Poppleton and The Critters Club my students' eyes lit up. I heard comments like, \"This is a chapter book? I can read this!\" and \"I feel like a big kid!\" One student proudly held up their book and said, \"Look, it has chapters—I'm on chapter 2!\" Another eagerly asked, \"Do we have the next one? I am going to read every day and night so I can read the next book!\" \"I love reading?\"\r\n\r\nThese small but powerful moments show just how meaningful this experience has been for them.","fullyFundedDate":1773844183362,"projectUrl":"project/big-readers-in-little-hands-early-chapt/10136720/","projectTitle":"Big Readers in Little Hands: Early Chapter Books for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10008451,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping bring the joy of reading to my kindergarten students! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to a wonderful collection of books by Mo Willems that make learning to read both exciting and meaningful. When I showed my eager readers the books, all of my students wanted to know if it is reading time yet. Piggie and Gerald are in all of our book bins and they are immersed in our reading workshop. \r\n\r\nThrough your support, my students are building confidence as readers and discovering that reading can be fun. During independent reading time, I already see students eagerly choosing these books, laughing at the characters, and proudly reading sentences on their own.\r\n\r\nhank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom and for encouraging a love of reading in my kindergarten students.","fullyFundedDate":1768410194929,"projectUrl":"project/mo-reading-mo-decoding-mo-success/10008451/","projectTitle":"Mo Reading, Mo Decoding, Mo Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10034083,"letterContent":"A huge thank you for your generous contribution to my students. When I opened the boxes of snacks the students excitement was contagious!! Immediately everyone was hungry. \r\n\r\nKindergarteners work hard every single day! From learning letter sounds and numbers to building friendships and problem-solving skills, their growing bodies and brains need steady fuel to stay focused and ready to learn. Because of your support, my students now have access to healthy, kid-friendly snacks that help them refuel during the school day. When students have something to eat, they are better able to concentrate, regulate their emotions, and fully participate in classroom activities. Thank you once again.","fullyFundedDate":1772550392410,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-need-big-snacks-fueling/10034083/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Need Big Snacks! 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Your kindness and support will have a direct and positive impact on their learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1771623850171,"projectUrl":"project/extend-the-curriculum/9885690/","projectTitle":"Extend the Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9970602,"letterContent":"Your support of my project \"Celebrating Lunar New Year: Hands-On Cultural Learning for Young Learners\" has helped to create an immersive, joyful, and meaningful celebration that brings culture, literacy, and community together into our classroom. \r\n\r\nDuring a special, I hung up the dragon and lanterns. As my students walked through the door, our classroom was filled with excitement and wonder about the significance of these items when celebrating Lunar New Year. This lead to a plethora of read-alouds which sparked thoughtful conversations about traditions, family, symbolism, and the importance of honoring cultural heritage. For many of my students, this will be their first time seeing these traditions reflected in literature.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, this experience was what teaching truly all about. It is creating lasting learning moments.","fullyFundedDate":1766954315127,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-lunar-new-year-hands-on-cul/9970602/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Lunar New Year: Hands-On Cultural Learning for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9422789,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant space where imagination, creativity, and compassion come alive every day. It has been incredible to watch my students' confidence and social interaction bloom. Children who were once shy now take the lead in pretend scenarios, proudly creating scenarios about home and family life. My English Language Learners are using new vocabulary in meaningful, joyful ways as they interact within their imaginary playtime and communicate with their peers.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide materials—it created opportunities for belonging, connection, and growth. You've helped our classroom become a space where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to create.","fullyFundedDate":1753558809485,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-caring-and-creating-dramatic/9422789/","projectTitle":"Cooking, Caring, and Creating: Dramatic Play for Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9521985,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom is now a bright, welcoming, and organized space where every student feels ready to learn! Your support has made it possible to start the school year strong—with the supplies and materials my students need to stay focused, confident, and inspired each day.\r\nBecause of you, my students are organized, inspired, and ready to learn each and every day. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping create a classroom where learning can truly shine!","fullyFundedDate":1758899134048,"projectUrl":"project/organized-inspired-and-ready-to-learn/9521985/","projectTitle":"Organized, Inspired, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9694305,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping to bring my project to life. My kindergarteners are now diving into the exciting world of coding, creating, and critical thinking! Every day, I see their eyes light up as they explore new challenges, collaborate with their classmates, and proudly celebrate their discoveries. \r\n\r\nBy helping to provide these coding robots, my students now have hands-on experiences which are helping them see themselves as problem-solvers and creators. They are building confidence, communication skills, and a strong foundation for future STEM learning. It's incredible to watch them use technology not just to play, but to think, create, and dream big.","fullyFundedDate":1758898831129,"projectUrl":"project/coding-creating-and-critical-thinking/9694305/","projectTitle":"Coding, Creating, and Critical Thinking: Building Future Innovators!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9222603,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have a new set of new and exciting Read Alouds. These books have sparked so much language development including discussions and partnerships. The moment my students saw the new books, their eyes lit up! I've used these books as ways to teach social emotional awareness including friendship and community. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, my learners are not just listening to stories — they're growing into critical thinkers, developing their language skills, and deepening their comprehension abilities. Your donation has truly made an impact that goes far beyond the materials themselves.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my students' futures. 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