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Mrs. Karen's Classroom

  • Crescent Early Childhood Center
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • HBCU Alum
  • More than three‑quarters of 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

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Play-Doh Power

Help me give my students learning benefits that will last a lifetime through Play-Doh exploration
Mrs. Karen
Crescent Early Childhood Center•
Pittsburgh, PA
  • $253 still needed
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Holding it Together

Help me give my students the resources they'll need to bind and create their own books
Mrs. Karen
Crescent Early Childhood Center•
Pittsburgh, PA
  • $288 still needed
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Time to Restock

Help me give my students supplies and materials for craft projects and daily uses
Mrs. Karen
Crescent Early Childhood Center•
Pittsburgh, PA
  • $525 still needed
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High-Quality H20

Help me give my students the ability to access water independently when needed
Mrs. Karen
Crescent Early Childhood Center•
Pittsburgh, PA
  • $191 still needed
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Past projects 38

  • The science of solids and liquids

    Funded Dec 3, 2024

    Do you know what happens when you mix vinegar and baking soda? Because of you we have learned that vinegar and baking soda mixed, create a chemical reaction. Thank you for funding this amazing experiment.

    We are going to learn so much about science and safe kitchen experiments we can complete with our grown-ups and our teachers. Thank you for making science fun for my students and our families.

    Learning is fun and meaningful when its hands on. Its even more fun and meaningful when our students, tell their families what they have learned. Then the families realize that its something they can do at home. Because of you we are not only teaching students, but their families as well.

    Thank you”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 8 other donors.

  • Giving Back

    Funded Dec 4, 2024

    Thank you for funding "Giving Back". This project allowed my students to create a natural body scrub and lip balm for teen age parents in the neighborhood. The students added the ingredients to the mixer and pressed the button.

    We were able to incorporate educational lessons into this project as well. We talked about loud and quiet sounds and also used our other senses.

    The students then package the scrub and lip balms and passed then out to some very surprised and grateful teen parents. They were very happy that we took time to acknowledge and appreciate them.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 9 other donors.

  • Skin Tone Crayons and Coloring Books

    Funded Oct 18, 2024

    Representation matters in all aspects of a child's life. Thank you for supporting this project and the importance that this project, brought to my young scholars. Coloring is such an important part of a child's life. It not only helps with our fine motor development, it helps with creativity and cognitive thinking.

    Having coloring books that have African American children depicted as SUPER HEROS is a game changer. Thank You for supporting a project that not only sparks creativity, but also a sense of self worth. This project was a huge hit with our families.

    Thank you from the bottom of our hearts”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and one other donor.

  • Warm Clothing

    Funded Dec 3, 2024

    This project has a special place in our hearts. Often time families can't afford extra clothing or clean clothing. Being able to provide my students with extra clean clothes, shoes and coats when needed is an AMAZING feeling.

    Today alone, we had to replace a coat because the student out grew her old one. We changed out two students short sleeve shirts for long sleeve shirts, due to the change in temperature.

    We sometimes take the small stuff for grant like families being able to provide the basic needs for the children. My class is very fortunate that kind donors such as yourselves are a part of our lives.

    Thank You from the bottom of our hearts”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 4 other donors.

  • The Pictures in the Book Look Like Me

    Funded Aug 15, 2024

    Thank you for allowing me to provide copies of Bros, Mary had a Little Glam, and Every little Thing to my students. I came across these books at my local library and thought they would be a fun read. Little did I know they would turn out to be classroom favorites.

    I'm extremely happy that this project was funded because these books not only showcase beautiful art work of African American children, they also have positive messages about friendship and believing in yourself.

    Thank you again for supporting this project and for knowing the importance of owning books that have imagines that look like our students.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Gates Foundation and 2 other donors.

  • Olympic Field Day

    Funded May 10, 2024

    Thank you from our future Olympic champions. Our students had a blast jumping over our pool noodle hurdles, making custom flags and bracelets. Along with playing tennis/ pickle ball with their adults and friends.

    At the end of the day, everyone left with a custom medal as well as a gold medal. This activity built muscles and confidence.

    Teaching our youngest learners team building skills is so important at this age, because it's a skill that will stay with them all their lives.

    The teaching team and I are looking forward to using these materials and sporting equipment this upcoming school year. Thank you for everything.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Karen

Science allows for exploration and exploration allows for great hands-on learning opportunities. Learning through the senses is a great tool for eager learners. Sensory activities allow children to explore through their hands and fingers. Different textures allow children to open their minds and ask questions about what they are seeing, feeling, and helps them determine what interest them. Children are better learners when they experience hands-on opportunities! I am requesting a variety of learning materials that can open minds and heighten senses. These materials will target the senses allowing children to: view plants and animals they have never seen before, use their hearing to identify sounds, and use their fingers to feel different textures.

About my class

Science allows for exploration and exploration allows for great hands-on learning opportunities. Learning through the senses is a great tool for eager learners. Sensory activities allow children to explore through their hands and fingers. Different textures allow children to open their minds and ask questions about what they are seeing, feeling, and helps them determine what interest them. Children are better learners when they experience hands-on opportunities! I am requesting a variety of learning materials that can open minds and heighten senses. These materials will target the senses allowing children to: view plants and animals they have never seen before, use their hearing to identify sounds, and use their fingers to feel different textures.

About my class

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