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Mrs. Wai from Diamond Bar, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Minds: Stress Relief and Creativity with DUPLO Play

Help me give my students the opportunity to improve their mental health through creative play, collaboration, and stress-relieving activities with DUPLO LEGO sets, fostering a calm and focused learning environment.

  • $487 goal

This project expired on February 23, 2025.

This project expired on February 23, 2025.

My Project

In my biology classes, students face a variety of stressors, from rigorous academic demands to the pressure of preparing for AP exams. The DUPLO LEGO sets I'm requesting will offer a relaxing and tactile outlet for my students to manage stress during our most intense learning periods. Unlike traditional LEGO sets, DUPLO pieces are larger and simpler, making the building process less mentally taxing and more soothing. These sets will allow students to unwind, focus on simple, stress-free tasks, and recharge during breaks, helping them return to challenging material with renewed focus and a clearer, calmer mindset.

My goal for this project is to create a balanced environment where my students can manage the academic rigor of biology while prioritizing their mental health.

By integrating these DUPLO sets, I aim to foster creative, stress-relieving play that encourages teamwork and mindfulness. The simplicity of DUPLO will provide an accessible way for students to relax and engage in lighthearted, cooperative activities. This mental reset will help them stay focused on the complex topics we cover in biology, while also developing healthier strategies for coping with stress.

What makes my students special is their passion and determination to succeed, despite the challenges they face. Many of them are pursuing advanced studies in biotechnology, a demanding field that requires both intellectual rigor and emotional balance. By providing them with a tool like DUPLO to relieve stress in a fun and calming way, I can help them maintain their mental health and build a sense of community in the classroom. My students are exceptional because they care deeply about their futures, and with your support, we can give them the opportunity to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Mrs. Wai Diamond Bar High School Grades 9-12

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Diamond Bar, CA View local requests 150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO DUPLO Disney 3in1 Magic Castle Building Set for Family Play with 5 Disney Figures Including Mickey, Minnie, and Their Friends, Magical Disney 100 Adventure Toy for Toddlers Ages 3 and Up, 10998 • Amazon Business $80.49 1 $80.49
LEGO DUPLO Classic Cars and Trucks Brick Box Playset, Educational STEM Toy, Preschool Toy Building Set for Toddlers Aged 18 Months Plus, Learning Toy to Develop Fine Motor Skills, 10439 • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey and Friends Camping Adventure 10997 Toddler Building Toy Set, Features 4 DUPLO Toy Figures: Daisy Duck, Huey, Dewey and Louie to Inspire Creative Role Play • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO DUPLO Peppa Pig Birthday House Playset with 3 Animal Figures, Educational Toy for 2 Year Olds, Buildable Dollhouse for Creative Role Play, Peppa Pig Toy for Girls, Boys and Toddlers, 10433 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO DUPLO Classic Deluxe Brick Box 10914 Starter Set - Features Storage Box, Bricks, Duplo Figures, Dog, and Car, Creative Play, Great Early Learning Toy for Toddlers Ages 18+ Months • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Birthday Train - Building Toys for Toddlers with Number Bricks, Cake and Balloons, Early Learning and Motor Skill Toy, Great Gift for Girls, Boys Ages 2+, 10941 • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
LEGO DUPLO Marvel Spin’s Motorcycle Adventure Fantasy Playset, Based on Spidey and His Amazing Friends TV Show, Build-and-Rebuild, Toddler Toys, Preschool Motorcycle Toy for Kids' Ages 2 and Up, 10424 • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
LEGO DUPLO Peppa Pig Garden and Tree House Toddler Toy, Building Block Learning Set for Preschool Kids with 2 Figures Included, Peppa Pig Toy Gift Idea for Toddlers Ages 2 and Up, 10431 • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
LEGO DUPLO Marvel Spider-Man’s House 10995, Spiderman Toy for Toddlers, Boys, and Girls, Spidey and His Amazing Friends Super Hero Set • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
LEGO DUPLO Town Caring for Bees & Beehives Preschool Kids’ Learning Toy, 2 Figures and a Drivable Truck, STEM Toy, Build-and-Rebuild Educational Set for Toddlers Ages 2 Years Old and Up, 10419 • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$346.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $31.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$413.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.93

Total project goal

$486.18

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