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Ms. Yang from Saint Paul, MN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Identity: Exploring Hmong and Karen Culture with LEGO

Help me give my students LEGO pieces to explore Hmong and Karen cultures, building scenes that represent their traditions.

  • $521 goal

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Ms. Yang has another project! Donate to Help Create a Safe and Organized Space for Young Learners to help her classroom.

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My Project

The Building Identity LEGO Project is an initiative led by Asian American teachers for 5th grade students in the Asian Affinity Student Group. This project will engage students in exploring and affirming their cultural identities through storytelling and history, using LEGO pieces to build scenes that reflect the history and traditions of Hmong and Karen people. Through this hands-on approach, students will deepen their connection to their roots while developing a sense of belonging and pride in their heritage.

Aligned with the mission of the Asian Affinity Student Group, this project aims to amplify underrepresented narratives and provide opportunities for collaboration across diverse groups.

By combining creativity with cultural education, students will build not only with LEGO bricks but also with empathy, leadership, and historical understanding. The project will encourage intergenerational dialogue to foster a foundation of joy, resilience, and empowerment.

To bring this project to life, we are asking for donations to sponsor the materials needed for the Building Identity LEGO Project. These funds will help us purchase LEGO sets and supplies for students to creatively express their cultural stories. Your generous contribution will support the growth of young leaders while fostering a deeper appreciation for diversity, history, and culture.

By supporting this project, you are helping to create a supportive community where students can honor their unique identities, celebrate shared experiences, and build leadership grounded in trust, respect, and cultural understanding.

Ms. Yang Frost Lake Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brick Loot 1,000 Building Blocks w/Storage Box Organizer, Toy Bricks for Kids & Adults 6 Year Old +, Toys for Boys or Girls, Building Block Sets, Compatible with Lego & All Brands, 70 Free Pieces • Amazon Business $25.99 8 $207.92
TACYILLU 6 Pack Grassland Rivers Pattern Baseplate 10" x 10" - Building Brick Base Plate Tight Fit with Major Brands for City Roads Building Blocks Kids Toy (2 Straight + 4 Curve) • Amazon Business $24.80 8 $198.40

Materials cost

$406.32

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$442.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.07

Total project goal

$520.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $520.48

7 Donors

-$314.28

Donations toward project cost

-$283.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.64

Matching donations from our partners

-$186.78

Match offers toward project cost

-$158.76

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.02

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.41

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 $0.00

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