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Ms. Elkins from Fayetteville, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brilliant Bricks

Help me give my students a set of XL LEGO blocks to inspire creativity, foster hands-on learning, and encourage collaborative problem-solving during library makerspace activities.

  • 1 donor
  • $177 goal

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Ms. Elkins has another project! Donate to Headphones for Student Success to help her classroom.

All donations currently doubled!
You can complete this project for $63.
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My Project

I absolutely love my students’ boundless creativity and their eagerness to explore and learn through hands-on activities. They thrive in an environment that encourages imaginative play, collaboration, and problem-solving, and the XL LEGO blocks I’m requesting will give them the perfect tools to do just that. These oversized blocks are ideal for young learners, offering them the chance to build, experiment, and bring their ideas to life in a fun and engaging way.

These materials will help my students develop critical thinking, spatial awareness, and teamwork skills while fostering their natural curiosity and creativity.

My goal for this project is to create a space in our library where students can explore STEAM concepts through play, gain confidence in their abilities, and experience the joy of learning through making.

What makes my students special is their resilience and determination. Despite limited access to resources, they show up every day ready to learn and grow. These LEGO blocks will not only inspire their imaginations but also empower them to think big, work together, and take pride in their creations. With this project, I hope to give them an unforgettable learning experience that helps shape their futures.

Ms. Elkins Walker - Spivey Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Elkins

Fayetteville, NC 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

HBCU Alum 350 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
24pc Jumbo Blocks Preschool Set - 8" and 4" Large Building Blocks for Toddlers - Stackable - Creative and Educational Development for Children by Kids Adventure • Amazon Business $54.99 2 $109.98

Materials cost

$109.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$8.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$150.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.51

Total project goal

$176.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$176.72

1 Donor

-$176.72

Donations toward project cost

-$150.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.51

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$0.00

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