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Ms. Cerda from Houston, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Creative Minds

Help me give my students an indoor recess to motivate their minds, also they need a brain break every now and then.

  • $683 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

When unfavorable weather conditions prevent outdoor activities, indoor recess items such as games and toys are essential in providing students with a much-needed brain break.

These activities not only give students an opportunity to engage in fun and social play, but they also promote cognitive and motor skill development.

Board games like chess and checkers encourage critical thinking and strategy building, while puzzles and building blocks enhance problem-solving and spatial awareness. Additionally, toys like play-doh and kinetic sand promote sensory exploration and creativity. Providing a variety of indoor recess options ensures that all students can find an activity that suits their interests and abilities. Ultimately, incorporating games and toys into indoor recess can help students recharge their minds and bodies, leading to improved focus and productivity in the classroom.

Ms. Cerda Neff Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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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Nearly all 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

50 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Celestial Globe • Carolina Biological Supply Company $76.32 1 $76.32
Hasbro Classic Board Game Set, Set of 4 • School Specialty $69.22 1 $69.22
Kaplan Early Learning Classic First Board Games - Set of 4 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $64.76 1 $64.76
Sorry!© Board Game • Nasco $16.96 3 $50.88
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Box Set (fidget toy set - social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
Hands-On Teaching Globe • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Hasbro Clue Board Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $39.56 1 $39.56
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Silicone Bubble POP Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $5.00 4 $20.00
4 FIDGET Friends - Bendable 3.5" Fidget Toy Axolotls (desk pets) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Hasbro Candy Land, Classic Board Game, 2 to 4 Players, Ages 3 to 6 - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $15.44 1 $15.44
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Purple Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Fidget Solar System - Bubble POP Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$513.59

Vendor shipping charges

 $28.51

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$579.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.32

Total project goal

$682.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $682.12

1 Donor

-$682.12

Donations toward project cost

-$579.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.32

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