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Critters for Elementary School Classrooms

Part of: Science Blogs
  • $965raised
  • 2projects funded
An enterprising elementary school teacher in the Bronx has asked for $350 to provide supplies for keeping all sorts of live critters in their classroom, including: hermit crabs, butterflies, worms, ladybugs, pill bugs, and praying mantises. Another Bronx elementary school teachers wants to get an incubator, fertilized eggs, and egg turner to teach his students about the life cycle of chicks. Finally a teacher in a disadvantaged area outside of DC has turned the next door woodland into ... more
An enterprising elementary school teacher in the Bronx has asked for $350 to provide supplies for keeping all sorts of live critters in their classroom, including: hermit crabs, butterflies, worms, ladybugs, pill bugs, and praying mantises. Another Bronx elementary school teachers wants to get an incubator, fertilized eggs, and egg turner to teach his students about the life cycle of chicks. Finally a teacher in a disadvantaged area outside of DC has turned the next door woodland into an outdoor classroom. The teacher is looking to buy four digital cameras to document the wildlife they observe. These are exactly the kinds of things that inspired Benny and I to forget about supporting our families and spend all our time working on this blog instead! hide
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  • Little Chicks Need Help Hatching

    Funded Dec 1, 2008

    My class and I would like to thank you very much for your generous donation. We look forward to starting our chick unit in school very soon. With this addition, it will make our time much more enjoyable and hands-on. Thank you again”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. G.

  • Let's Add More Lives Into Our Science Program!

    Funded Nov 4, 2008

    I thank you so much for your help to purchase the exciting animals and supplies for my science program. Your careerist will help educate over 550 student in my science program. I can't wait to add the material into my lessons. Once again, thank you for choosing to help.

    Sincerely,

    Dais”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Connolly

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