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Mr. Brown from Paxton, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Buckets and Sticks for Bucket Drumming

Help me give my students gallon buckets and rhythm sticks to learn how fun it is to create rhythm and connections through music.

  • $603 goal

This project expired on June 18, 2025.

This project expired on June 18, 2025.

My Project

BUCKET DRUMMING.

Learning bucket drumming offers numerous benefits for 4th and 5th grade students, both academically and personally.

Here are some key advantages:

1. Improves Coordination and Motor Skills: Drumming helps students develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as they practice rhythm and control.

2. Boosts Focus and Concentration: Drumming requires attention to detail and timing, which encourages students to focus and stay engaged, enhancing their ability to concentrate in other areas of learning.

3. Promotes Teamwork and Collaboration: Bucket drumming is often done in groups, fostering teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Students learn to listen to each other and work together toward a shared goal.

4. Increases Confidence: As students improve their drumming skills, they gain a sense of accomplishment. Performing in front of peers can boost self-esteem and reduce performance anxiety.

5. Encourages Creativity: Bucket drumming allows students to experiment with different rhythms and sounds, encouraging creative expression and problem-solving.

6. Enhances Academic Skills: The rhythmic patterns in drumming can help with learning fractions, patterns, and even language skills, as students understand the importance of timing and structure.

7. Stress Relief: Drumming is a physical and emotional outlet, which can help students relieve stress and improve their mental well-being.

8. Accessible and Affordable: Bucket drumming uses simple, inexpensive materials, making it an accessible activity for schools and a fun alternative to traditional music lessons.

Incorporating bucket drumming into the classroom can enrich students' learning experience, build life skills, and offer a fun, hands-on approach to education.

Mr. Brown Paxton School Grades 3-5

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More than half 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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Utrecht Heavy Duty Gallon Bucket with Lid - 128 oz • Blick Art Materials $4.74 80 $379.20
60 Pieces Rhythm Sticks for Kids Bulk, 12 Inch Wood Lummi Sticks Music Classroom Percussion Instruments, 6 Colors • Amazon Business $31.99 3 $95.97

Materials cost

$475.17

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$512.30

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.41

Total project goal

$602.71

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