If you're looking to meet a massive group of vibrantly inquisitive third, fourth, and fifth-grade adventurers, then you have found the right place! We are a little too loud at times, but you can never be too passionate about learning. Our favorite moments are when we are fully immersed in hands-on exploratory lessons and solving new challenges. The students served in this program are identified as gifted. Please consider gifting them with enriching and robust experiences that will challenge their advanced needs.
The support from donors for our classes is more than just support; it creates a connection from the community to the eager student.
When students know that their excitement is being matched by caring strangers who believe in their abilities, the excitement grows into a deep yearning for more, which sets them on the path as life-long learners. We are ready to be forever scholars, and we are ready for you to join us along this journey.
My Project
In this exciting project-based learning experience, students will expand upon their creative storytelling like never before by incorporating visual components like LEGO.
First, students will explore the use of stop motion animation in storytelling while examining options for media such as puppetry and claymation.
Next, students will develop their own stories to tell, complete with complex character design, settings that double as backdrops, and plots with unexpected twists and turns. Then, students storyboard their ideas and develop which elements in each scene will change to create movement. In this stage, each student will receive their own flipbook to help them practice planning out the intricate details of breaking down objects for animation. After, students will create their stories using Lego and any other media they studied during our research.
Finally, students will put all their hard work together using stop motion animation software, editing techniques, and voice. Showcasing these movies will be so much fun that we better bring on the popcorn too!
More than a third 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
This project will reach 225 students.
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LEGO Hobbit 79018 The Lonely Mountain
• Amazon Business
$400.00
1
$400.00
LEGO The Hobbit an Unexpected Gathering
• Amazon Business
$334.15
1
$334.15
HUE Animation Studio: Complete Stop Motion Animation kit with Camera, Software and Book for Windows (Blue)
• Amazon Business
$69.95
3
$209.85
LEGO Ideas Pirates of Barracuda Bay 21322 Building Kit, Cool Pirate Shipwreck Model with Pirate Action Figures for Play and Display, New 2020 (2,545 Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$199.95
1
$199.95
LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean The Mill 4183
• Amazon Business
$191.78
1
$191.78
LEGO Ideas Ship in a Bottle 92177 Expert Building Kit, Snap Together Model Ship, Collectible Display Set and Toy for Adults (962 Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$69.99
1
$69.99
Lightailing Light Set for (Ship in a Bottle) Building Blocks Model - Led Light kit Compatible with Lego 21313(NOT Included The Model)
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
Materials cost
$1,433.71
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$116.85
3rd party payment processing fee
$21.51
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,602.07
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$282.72
Total project goal
$1,884.79
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Beall and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
