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Mrs. Olthouse from Garland, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Olthouse's classroom raised $467

Let’s Construct

Help me give my students construction themed pencils, building magnatiles, flashlights and construction outfits

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Mrs. Olthouse Northlake Elementary School
Garland, TX Grades PreK-2

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Our classroom is “under construction” in the best possible way. This year, we are creating a hands-on, construction-themed learning environment where students can build confidence, creativity, and a love for learning through engaging experiences and interactive tools.

I am seeking items to transform our classroom into a space where students can explore, imagine, and grow.

With your support, we hope to provide:

* Construction-themed books to encourage literacy and imagination

* Pencils, crayons, and classroom supplies for daily learning

* Magna-Tiles and building materials to promote STEM skills, teamwork, and problem-solving

* Flashlights and sensory tools for interactive reading and discovery activities

* Construction-themed decorations to create an exciting, welcoming atmosphere that inspires students every day

A themed classroom creates excitement, increases participation, and helps students feel connected to their learning environment.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

24 students impacted 8 donors
Mrs. Olthouse Northlake Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Garland, TX View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

24 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
PicassoTiles Magnet Tile Construction Themed Building Blocks 5-in-1 Crane, Ladder, Dump Truck, Excavator, and Backhoe Action Figures, 2 Car Base Vehicles Magnetic Tiles Learning Toys Kids Ages3+ PTU06 • Amazon Business $44.32 1 $44.32
Magnetic Tiles Road Set with 2 Cranes & Double-Sided Magnet Tiles,Boys Toys for Ages 3-5 5-7 8-12,STEM Magnetic Building Construction Toys Include Car,Stations,Dolls,Roads,Signs,Gifts for 3+ Kids • Amazon Business $39.69 1 $39.69
Geyoga 36 Pcs Kids Construction Worker Costume Construction Vest and Hat Bag Birthday Party for Kids Dress up • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Bonuci 50 Pcs Construction Party Favors Mini Flashlight Keychain Miniature Helmet Flashlight Small Safety Hat Keychain for Man Construction Themed Birthday Party Prizes Supplies Gifts • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
BenLouis 24 Construction Mini Coloring Books Kids with 24 Stacking Crayons Excavator Theme Party Favors Activity Books Bulk for Kids Construction Birthday Goodie Bag Gift Stuffer Classroom Reward • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Construction Theme Bulletin Board Borders Trim for Classroom Decoration 36 Feet • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
TINYMILLS 24 Pcs Construction Stackable Pencil Assortment with Eraser for Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers VBS Classroom Rewards Carnival Prize Garbage Truck Dump Truck Party • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
"Beistle Road Crew Cutouts, 11""-18"", 6 Pack,Orange/White/Black", one size • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Teacher Created Resources Under Construction Cones Accents (TCR8745) • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
I Can Read. Level 1 - Pretzel and the Puppies: Construction Pups - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $12.40 1 $12.40
Construction Birthday Party Supplies, 5 Packs Construction Pennant Banner Decorations, Dump Truck Theme Flag Banner for Boy, Under Construction Party Bunting Banner Decor • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34
The Little Gray Digger: A children's book about inclusion, self-confidence and friendship. (Construction Book for Boys & Girls) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
I Spy With My Little Eye CONSTRUCTION SITE Book For Kids Ages 2-5: Excavator, Lifts, Trucks And More Vehicles | A Fun Activity Learning, Picture and ... & Preschoolers Books | (I Spy Series) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Remagr 3 Pcs Construction Tablecloth Black Racetrack Party Tablecover for Kids Racing Car Theme Birthday Party Supplies Runner Plastic Rectangular Table Cover Table Decorations for Birthday Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pasimy Construction Bulletin Board Decorations Set Construction Classroom Decor Construction Theme Learning Zone Bulletin Board Borders Motivational Cutouts for Back School Classroom Wall • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Construction Site Theme Backdrop for Construction Themed Birthday Party MEETSIOY Dump Truck Digger Zone Boys Birthday Party Construction Scene Photo Background 5x3ft • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Demolition: (A Rhyming Construction Book with Trucks, Cranes, Wrecking Balls, and Noisy Vehicles for Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and Kids Ages 2-5) (Construction Crew) • Amazon Business $8.38 1 $8.38
Let's Build a School: A Construction Book for Kids (Back to School Gifts and Supplies for Kids) (Little Builders) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Roadwork: (A Rhyming Construction Book with Trucks, Machines, and Noisy Vehicles for Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and Kids Ages 2-5) (Construction Crew) • Amazon Business $7.50 1 $7.50
The Construction Alphabet Book - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $6.56 1 $6.56
B Is for Bulldozer: A Construction ABC – A Picture Book About Letters and Big Trucks for Children (Ages 4-7) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
My Little Golden Book About Construction Vehicles • Amazon Business $5.57 1 $5.57
Pete the Cat - Pete the Cat: Construction Destruction - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
I Can Read. Level 2 - Amelia Bedelia Under Construction - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37

Materials cost

$361.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$396.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.99

Total project goal

$466.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $466.59

4 Donors

-$280.94

Donations toward project cost

-$247.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.89

Matching donations from our partners

-$175.94

Match offers toward project cost

-$149.55

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.39

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.71

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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