I started out with a few extra skeins of yarn and crochet hooks I had laying around the house, and it slowly evolved into a growing club at my school! Through crocheting, my students thrive when they have a creative way to express themselves. I've found that through introducing my students to the fiber arts their self confidence has soared. The quietest students are working with others and making new friends through a relaxing craft. I have many students who struggle with emotional regulation and I often will find them furiously crocheting away when they otherwise might be storming off or causing trouble. My crochet club truly has a diverse set of students, and it's been amazing to see how they work and grow together.
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
Ytaoka 10 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Plastic Drawer Cart with Metal Frame, Multipurpose Art Craft Cart Organizer with Wheels, Utility Cart with Drawers for Home, Office, School, Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$89.99
1
$89.99
Plastic Crochet Hook Assortment - Set of 6
• Nasco
$2.68
19
$50.92
Red Heart Acrylic Economy Super Saver Yarn, 4-Ply, 7 Ounces, Assorted Colors, Set of 8
• School Specialty
$44.99
1
$44.99
Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn (3-Pack) Baby Blue 161103-32023
• Amazon Business
$19.65
1
$19.65
Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn (3-Pack) Peachy 161103-35103
• Amazon Business
$18.25
1
$18.25
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn Super Craft Kit Brights, with 12 Pack of 50g/1.7 oz. 4 Medium Worsted Yarn for Knitting & Crocheting, 12 Colors, Perfect for Chunky Sweaters, Blankets, Amigurumi
• Amazon Business
$17.96
1
$17.96
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn Super Craft Kit Gradients, with 12 Pack of 50g/1.7 oz. 4 Medium Worsted Yarn for Knitting & Crocheting, 12 Colors, Perfect for Chunky Sweaters, Blankets, Amigurumi
• Amazon Business
Lion Brand Yarn Mandala Baby Yarn, Rainbow Falls, 1 Skein
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Vodiye 23 PCS Crochet Hooks, Ergonomic Handle Crochet Hooks Set for Arthritic Hands, Comfortable Smooth Crochet Needles Extra Long Knitting Needles with Stitch Markers, Rubber, Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$6.69
1
$6.69
Lion Brand Yarn (1 Skein) Mandala Baby Yarn, Echo Caves, 1770 Foot (Pack of 1)
• Amazon Business
$5.97
1
$5.97
Lion Brand Yarn (1 Skein) Mandala Baby Yarn, Narnia, 1770 Foot (Pack of 1)
• Amazon Business
$5.97
1
$5.97
Materials cost
$315.28
Vendor shipping charges
$14.45
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.73
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$364.46
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$64.32
Total project goal
$428.78
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$428.78
5 Donors
-$412.75
Donations toward project cost
-$353.84
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$58.91
match offer
-$12.50
Match offer toward project cost
-$10.62
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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