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Ms. Karnes from White Cloud, MI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Coders: Help Us Bring Botley to First Grade!

Help me give my students a classroom set of Botley the Coding Robots and an activity set.

  • 6 donors
  • $370 goal

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Ms. Karnes has another project! Donate to Comfy Carpet Time in First Grade to help her classroom.

$448 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

I'm reaching out to you today with an exciting opportunity to ignite a passion for STEM in my first-grade classroom! I'm hoping to raise funds to purchase a classroom set of Botley the Coding Robot.

Botley is a screen-free, hands-on coding robot designed specifically for young learners.

It introduces fundamental coding concepts through playful activities, allowing children to learn sequencing, logic, and problem-solving skills in an engaging and interactive way. In a world increasingly driven by technology, early exposure to coding is crucial for developing critical thinking and future-ready skills.

Imagine the excitement as my students program Botley to navigate obstacle courses, follow commands, and even perform simple dances! This hands-on learning experience will not only make coding accessible and fun but also foster collaboration, creativity, and a love for learning.

A classroom set of Botley robots will allow every student to participate actively in coding activities, maximizing their learning potential.

Your generous contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant impact on my students' educational journey. You can help us bring the magic of coding to our classroom and empower the next generation of innovators.

Please consider donating to our project!

Thank you for your support in helping us build a brighter future for our young learners!

Ms. Karnes White Cloud Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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White Cloud, MI View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources Botley 2.0 The Coding Robot, Classroom Set, STEM, Screen-Free Coding Activities, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $256.96 1 $256.96
Lepro AAA Batteries 100 Pack, Triple A Batteries with Ultra Long-Lasting Power – High Performance, 1.5V Leak-Proof, Corrosion-Resistant Alkaline AAA Batteries, Ideal for Home & Office Devices • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98

Materials cost

$279.94

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$314.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.44

Total project goal

$369.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$369.58

4 Donors

-$294.58

Donations toward project cost

-$250.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.19

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

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$0.00

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