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Mr. Andy from Flushing, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Dreams: Furnishing a World of Play and Possibilities

Help me give my students versatile kids furniture with movable and detachable pieces that can be transformed into forts, castles, and other structures.

  • $513 goal

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My Project

The magic of imagination, creativity, and STEM exploration in our classroom is always evolving. I am seeking versatile kids furniture with movable and detachable pieces that can be transformed into forts, castles, and other structures. By providing these resources, we can unlock the power of play, ignite the limitless potential within each child, and foster a love for STEM disciplines.

My students always in need of new opportunities to engage in open-ended play, where they can build, design, and imagine without limits.

Through play, they develop crucial skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and communication - the very foundations of STEM education. By having access to furniture that can be easily manipulated and transformed, my students will have the freedom to construct and deconstruct their own imaginative structures, fostering their creativity and critical thinking while applying key STEM principles.

Having these versatile furniture pieces will allow my students to embark on collaborative STEM-focused adventures as they work together to build forts, create new worlds, and bring their stories to life. They will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on engineering challenges, experimenting with different structures, materials, and designs. Imaginative play, intertwined with STEM exploration, has a profound impact on their cognitive development as well. By constructing and reimagining their surroundings, my students will enhance their spatial awareness, sharpen their critical thinking abilities, and strengthen their understanding of cause and effect - all fundamental aspects of STEM education.

Before a child runs, he or she must be able to walk.

My goal as an educator isn't to give my students answers. Instead, it's to guide them as they look for different ways to find various solutions. I wish to create divergent thinkers who are able to adapt to a changing environment and are versatile when they are faced with challenges.

Mr. Andy PS 244 - The Active Learning Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lunix LX15 14pcs Modular Kids Play Couch, Child Sectional Sofa, Fortplay Bedroom and Playroom Furniture for Toddlers, Convertible Foam and Floor Cushion for Boys and Girls, Blue • Amazon Business $199.97 1 $199.97
Lunix LX15 14pcs Modular Kids Play Couch, Child Sectional Sofa, Fortplay Bedroom and Playroom Furniture for Toddlers, Convertible Foam and Floor Cushion for Boys and Girls, Gray • Amazon Business $199.97 1 $199.97

Materials cost

$399.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$435.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.93

Total project goal

$512.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $512.87

3 Donors

-$305.73

Donations toward project cost

-$305.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$153.19

Match offer toward project cost

-$130.21

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$53.95

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 $0.00

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