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Thank you for sparking their imagination!","fullyFundedDate":1755719743825,"projectUrl":"project/tell-me-a-story/9374146/","projectTitle":"Tell Me a Story","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greear","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8638436_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661354920439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8638436"},{"teacherId":10034527,"projectId":9351983,"letterContent":"Thank you for the ability to help me organize my classroom. It is essential to have an organized classroom to keep things running smoothly in the classroom. The students have help me organize their materials into provided buckets that were donated. They have helped me organize their books into containers that are easier to find and navigate through. We have organized small group centers where the students can find materials easily and effectively. I have organized decorations, papers, markers, pens, erasers...and many other things because of your generous donation. We cannot thank you enough for all these wonderful things!","fullyFundedDate":1758190707849,"projectUrl":"project/organized-and-tidy/9351983/","projectTitle":"Organized and Tidy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10034527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748391887500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10034527"},{"teacherId":9371233,"projectId":9420847,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a binding machine—a dream tool that will quickly become an invaluable addition. The possibilities are endless! With this tool, I can create end-of-year memory books that allow students to celebrate and preserve their accomplishments. It also helps me keep lessons and classroom materials neatly organized, making both teaching and learning more efficient and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nBeyond organization, the binding machine allows us to send home well-prepared, professional-looking information for families. Your support will truly transformed the way we create, share, and showcase our classroom projects, leaving a lasting impact on both students and our school community. I am so excited to get started and can't wait to see the amazing projects our students will create with this incredible tool!","fullyFundedDate":1755726894015,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-bind-our-way-to-better-learning/9420847/","projectTitle":"Help Us Bind Our Way to Better Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shupe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713722289971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371233"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":9659970,"letterContent":"On behalf of our preschool classroom, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of science and STEM toys. Your thoughtful contribution has brought so much excitement and curiosity into our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe children have been eager to explore and experiment with the new materials. Whether they're building, problem-solving, or making discoveries through hands-on play, these toys are helping them develop critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. It's inspiring to see their faces light up as they test new ideas and share their findings with friends. The life cycle resources have wowed them over and over. \r\n\r\nYour support makes a real difference in nurturing young minds and laying the foundation for lifelong learning. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for investing in the growth and development of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1757533482083,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists-curiosity-drives-lea/9659970/","projectTitle":"Little Scientists: Curiosity Drives Learning in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":9677830,"letterContent":"On behalf of our preschool classroom, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of Toniebox characters to our listening center. Your kindness has brought so much excitement and joy to our students.\r\n\r\nThe children absolutely love choosing a character, placing it on the Toniebox, and listening to stories and songs come to life. These engaging experiences not only spark their imaginations but also help develop important listening and language skills. It's wonderful to see their faces light up as they explore new adventures through sound and storytelling.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, creating an inviting and interactive space for learning. 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The children are exploring colors and patterns with the sponges, practicing counting and number recognition with the translucent numbers, and using the toys to build stories and strengthen their fine motor skills. It's amazing to see their curiosity and confidence grow as they learn through play.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support make such a difference in our students' early education. Thank you for helping us create a joyful, hands-on learning environment where every child can thrive. 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Thanks to your donation, they now have even more fun and meaningful surprises to look forward to. All of my sweet little students earn prizes for meeting their own goals. Sometimes it's just getting here without throwing a fit or using the potty. They are inspired to earn these prizes. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting impact by helping our little learners feel proud of their efforts and inspired to keep doing their best every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758190707507,"projectUrl":"project/treasure-box-for-pre-k-cultivating-curi/9447037/","projectTitle":"Treasure Box for Pre-K: Cultivating Curiosity and Enthusiasm for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":10239708,"projectId":9677862,"letterContent":"My students are using our materials everyday! We use our dry erase boards and markers in small group learning, instructional time, and during remediation. The students are more engaged during learning with these items. \r\n\r\nWe use different colored card stock to learn our multiplication facts and vocabulary words. The students associate colors with math facts and certain clue words. The love collecting all the different colors. \r\n\r\nLastly, my students are not hungry thanks to the snack items that were purchased. My students are low income and cannot afford additional snacks. Your generous donation keeps my students fueled and focused.","fullyFundedDate":1758190707938,"projectUrl":"project/third-grade-rad-readers/9677862/","projectTitle":"Third Grade Rad Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matlock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10239708_orig.jpg?crop=1320,1320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762133440860","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239708"},{"teacherId":9371233,"projectId":9721005,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support. 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Thank you for giving our students the tools to imagine, create, and learn together!","fullyFundedDate":1758588929319,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-ideas-stem-through-pl/9721005/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Ideas: STEM Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shupe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713722289971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371233"},{"teacherId":9461819,"projectId":9771897,"letterContent":"The donation of board games and toys for Christmas has brought so much joy and excitement to our 3-year-old classroom. These gifts have created wonderful opportunities for children to explore new materials, celebrate the season, and engage in play that sparks imagination and curiosity. The smiles and enthusiasm they show each day reflect how meaningful these additions have been.\r\n\r\nBeyond the joy, these board games and toys support important developmental skills. Children are practicing turn-taking, sharing, problem-solving, and early academic concepts such as counting, matching, and language development. This thoughtful donation has not only made our classroom more fun—it has enriched learning and helped our students grow socially and academically. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity that continues to make a positive impact in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1760738001699,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-christmas-cheer-through-play/9771897/","projectTitle":"Bringing Christmas Cheer Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9461819_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755783855672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9461819"},{"teacherId":9461819,"projectId":9637159,"letterContent":"The donation of a playset kitchen table, writing center, and dress-up costume holder has brought incredible enrichment to our 3-year-old classroom. The kitchen table has become a hub for imagination and social interaction, encouraging children to role-play, share, and practice communication skills. It has also helped promote independence and real-life learning as they explore concepts like cooking, cleaning, and working together as a \"family.\"\r\n\r\nThe writing center and costume holder have added even more meaningful opportunities for growth. The writing center inspires early literacy development by giving children access to tools that encourage drawing, scribbling, and recognizing letters, which builds confidence in their emerging writing skills. The dress-up costume holder supports creativity, language development, and self-expression as children step into different roles during play. Together, these donations have transformed our learning environment and provided our young learners with daily opportunities to grow, explore, and truly thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758190708110,"projectUrl":"project/making-room-to-bloom-in-prek-3/9637159/","projectTitle":"Making Room to Bloom in PreK-3!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9461819_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755783855672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9461819"},{"teacherId":9461819,"projectId":9581141,"letterContent":"The generous donation of morning toy packages has made a tremendous impact in our 3-year-old classroom. These materials have created a welcoming and engaging start to each day, helping children transition smoothly into the school environment. 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