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For many of my students, these books have opened the door to a love of literacy that I know will continue to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity has not only provided us with books, but also with the gift of inspiration and a passion for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1744225940860,"projectUrl":"project/planting-the-seeds-of-literacy/9233414/","projectTitle":"Planting the Seeds of Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Interiano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5444785_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693622497164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5444785"},{"teacherId":10013024,"projectId":9317205,"letterContent":"Our new classroom rug has made a big difference in our daily routine and overall learning environment. It has created a clear and comfortable space for students to gather during carpet time, helping with organization and structure. The rug also gives each child a defined spot, which reduces distractions and helps them stay focused. It has added warmth and color to the room, making the classroom feel more inviting and welcoming. Most importantly, it has supported a sense of community, as students now have a shared space where they can listen, learn, and participate together.","fullyFundedDate":1746557369400,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-rug-for-growing-minds/9317205/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Rug for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bravo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10013024"},{"teacherId":8072923,"projectId":9539694,"letterContent":"When our new art materials arrived, the students could hardly contain their excitement! Many of them do not have access to basic art supplies at home, so seeing the 4-sided easel and paint aprons made the classroom light up with joy. Several students immediately began painting side by side, sharing colors and ideas, while others stood nearby eagerly waiting for their turn. It was a wonderful moment of collaboration and creativity.\r\n\r\nSince then, the easel has quickly become a favorite center in our classroom. It not only allows multiple students to paint at once, but it also encourages teamwork, problem-solving, and the joy of self-expression. The aprons have been especially helpful, giving students the freedom to explore without worrying about the mess. Through this, they are developing fine motor skills, confidence in their abilities, and new ways to express their emotions.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to incorporate the easel into storytelling projects and thematic units, allowing students to illustrate stories, create group murals, and explore connections between art and literacy. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now a space where creativity can flourish safely and joyfully, giving every student the opportunity to learn and grow through art.","fullyFundedDate":1754619872795,"projectUrl":"project/an-art-corner-for-creative-little-minds/9539694/","projectTitle":"An Art Corner for Creative Little Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8072923_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754486489939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8072923"},{"teacherId":8072923,"projectId":8529530,"letterContent":"When our new materials arrived, the students could hardly wait to explore them. They were especially excited to have a cozy space to enjoy the books from our classroom library—a spot where they can relax and get lost in a story. The Montessori table has already become a favorite, giving students a place to draw, play, and even practice independence by using it as support when washing their hands at the counter sink.\r\n\r\nWe've also discovered new ways to be creative with the water mats. The students love the magic of drawing and seeing their designs appear with just water—it's fun, mess-free, and encourages imagination. The soft, safe blocks have quickly turned into a hub for teamwork. As the children build together, they practice problem-solving and collaboration. And since the blocks also double as puzzles, they are learning to think critically while having fun.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a richer, more engaging environment for our students. These resources are helping us build creativity, independence, and collaboration—skills that will serve our children well as they grow into future citizens. 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The children immediately gathered around, eager to explore, build, and experiment. What may seem like a simple toy quickly became a powerful tool for hands-on learning, creativity, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nWith the marble run, our students are learning early STEM concepts like gravity, motion, and cause and effect—just by playing. They are problem-solving, making predictions, and adjusting their designs when things don't work out as planned. All of this builds important critical thinking and perseverance skills, even at such a young age.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and supporting their learning journey. 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