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The students were so excited, yet remained professional and respectful throughout the entire activity. This is a core memory for them and is always the highlight of their 6th grade year. Students from years past still comment on the experience.\r\n\r\nWe cannot thank you enough for your generosity in donating to this and other projects. Hands-on experiences like these make science come alive for students and is so much more impactful than simply reading the material in a text. 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Shark Week, as a summative activity on our Human Anatomy unit, was a huge success and the students had a unique experience comparing shark and human organs and organ systems. The excitement built throughout the weeks as we approached the end of the unit and they knew that they would be able to have this experience usually reserved for more advanced classes in high school and college! This is a middle school experience they will never forget.\r\n\r\nHands on learning, using tools like you provided, are the most impactful way to learn. Seeing form and function of anatomy up close creates a lasting image for our students that far surpasses dry textbook and lecture formats. Student engagement and exploration is foundational to explanation. When they can see and feel firsthand the significance of what they are learning, the impact lasts a lifetime. 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This made my teacher-heart so happy! \r\nIn the past few weeks, we have used our materials to create paper lanterns after learning about how Lunar New is celebrated throughout Asia, as well as build miniature 3D models of traditional homes in China and India! We have many more projects in mind as we begin learning more about Australia in the coming weeks! \r\nI'm so thankful that my students have the opportunity to create these types of projects in our classroom! Your generous donation helped make it possible! 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This project has made science come alive in a way that textbooks never could, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to bring these lessons to life.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the worms, their reactions were priceless—especially the boys, who were surprisingly the most scared! It was fun to watch them overcome their fears and grow more comfortable handling the worms as they learned about their role in composting. Now, they're eager to check on the worms and track the progress of our compost. Next, we hope to use the compost we create to enrich the soil in our garden and greenhouse, continuing our journey toward a more sustainable and thriving outdoor space. 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