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Ms. Lee from Flushing, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cooking up Social Skills: Kitchen Playset for Cooperative Play

Help me give my students a play kitchen and play food, encouraging them to develop essential social skills, practice taking turns, and engage in cooperative play that fosters teamwork and imagination.

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My Project

A play kitchen offers a wealth of developmental benefits for kindergarten students. Children learn essential social and emotional skills through imaginative play such as sharing, taking turns, and cooperating with their peers. Role-playing as chefs, servers, or customers helps them practice communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution in a fun, low-pressure environment.

My goal with the play kitchen is to promote language development as children expand their vocabulary through conversations, storytelling, and pretend scenarios.

They also develop fine motor skills by handling small utensils and organizing pretend food. These activities encourage creativity, foster teamwork, and build a sense of community in the classroom.

In addition to the play kitchen, I am requesting caddies and reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves to support my students' learning. The caddies will help keep materials organized and easily accessible, fostering independence as students take responsibility for their own supplies. The reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves will allow students to practice writing, drawing, and problem-solving activities repeatedly, reinforcing key skills without constant paper use. They will also support small group learning and learning centers, promoting sustainability and smoother classroom routines.

My students are a unique and resilient group of English Language Learners who are working hard to develop essential classroom routines, independence, and collaborative skills. Every day, they make incredible strides in learning to work together and communicate effectively. With tools like the play kitchen, caddies, and Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves, I know they will continue to flourish and grow even further, building on their newfound independence and collaborative spirit.

Ms. Lee PS 164 Queens Valley Grades PreK-2

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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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tiny Land Play Kitchen for Kids, Wooden Kids Play Kitchen Playset Chef Pretend Play Set for Toddlers with Real Lights & Sounds, Toys Kitchen with 18 Pcs Toy Food & Cookware Accessories • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
Lakeshore Classroom Supply Caddies - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $44.99 1 $44.99
100 PCS Cutting Play Food Toy for Kids Kitchen, Pretend Food Toys for Toddlers, Play Kitchen Toys Accessories with 2 Baskets, Fake Food/Fruit/Vegetable, Birthday Gifts for 3 4 5 6 Years old Girls Boys • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 2 Rings, 10 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $19.90 1 $19.90

Materials cost

$219.87

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.25

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$255.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.07

Total project goal

$300.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $300.49

2 Donors

-$150.24

Donations toward project cost

-$127.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.53

match offer

-$150.24

Match offer toward project cost

-$127.70

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.54

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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 $0.00

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