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Mrs. Graczyk from Cary, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Donuts are Happiness with Sprinkles on Top.

Help me give my students books, games, and dramatic play donut items for our building and balls unit.

  • 3 donors
  • $258 goal

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My Project

Teaching about donuts in pre-K can be a fun and engaging way to introduce various learning concepts, including fine motor skills, math, and even social-emotional skills through activities like donut decorating or pretend play.

Educational benefits include the following:

Fine motor skills: Activities like decorating donuts with frosting and sprinkles, or even making playdough donuts, help develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Math concepts: Counting sprinkles, sorting donuts by color or type, or measuring ingredients when baking can reinforce basic math skills.

Literacy: Using donut-related vocabulary, reading simple recipes, or creating stories about donuts can enhance literacy skills.

Social-emotional skills: Dramatic play activities like a donut shop can foster social interaction, role-playing, and cooperation.

Sensory exploration: The activity of making or decorating donuts provides opportunities for sensory exploration through touching and smelling ingredients.

Cultural awareness: Learning about different types of donuts and their origins can broaden children's understanding of diverse cultures.

Creative expression: Decorating donuts allows children to express their creativity and imagination.

Real-world connections: Doughnuts are a common and relatable food, making them a fun and engaging topic for learning.

The flexible seating, dramatic play items, and book will be a great addition to our classroom that the students will be actively engaged and enjoy.

Mrs. Graczyk Briarcliff Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Cary, NC View local requests

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

15 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Threan 6 Pcs Donut Exercise Ball with Hand Pump, 6 Colors Ball Chair Flexible Seating for Classroom, Stability Inflatable Ball for Balance and Core Training, Yoga, Pilates Workouts • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Donut Throw Pillow 3 Pcs 16 Inch Chocolate Round Pillow Plush Soft Food Pillow 3D Digital Print Stuffed Ear Piercing Pillow Decorative Light Weight Seat Pad Cushion for Chair Floor Couch Sofa • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
24 Pcs Rainbow Donut Stress Balls Stress Relief Donut Squeeze for Kids Slow Rising Party Supplies 2 x 0.8 Inches Fake Squeeze Doughnut for Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Learning Resources Grab That Donut!, 39 Pieces, Ages 3+,Fine Motor Game, Toddler Learning Toys,Toddler Toys, Educational Games for Kids, Preschool Games,Donut Toys • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Chalyna 8 Pcs Fake Donuts Realistic Artificial Donuts Toy Fake Food Fake Cakes Desserts Donut Decorations Toys for Doughnut Party New Years Party Supplies Favors Food Decoration Prop, 1.78" (Stylish) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Chalyna 8 Pcs Fake Donuts Realistic Artificial Donuts Toy Fake Food Fake Cakes Desserts Donut Decorations Toys for Doughnut Party New Years Party Supplies Favors Food Decoration Prop, 1.78" (Cute) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
GiftExpress 6 pcs Realistic Artificial Toy Donuts, Scented Fake Donuts, Assorted Realistic Doughnuts Toy Cakes Fake Desserts Decoration Toys, Valentine bv Donut Party Decoration, Prop Food • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Tenare 50 Pieces Donuts Cutouts Bulletin Board Donuts Theme Party Decorations with Glue Point Dots for School Classroom Baby Shower Birthday Party • Amazon Business $6.19 1 $6.19
Minnie and Moo: The Case of the Missing Jelly Donut (I Can Read Level 3) • Amazon Business $2.66 1 $2.66

Materials cost

$172.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $13.48

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$218.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.62

Total project goal

$257.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $257.47

2 Donors

-$228.06

Donations toward project cost

-$197.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.46

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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