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Ms. Zuidema from Modesto, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Math Minds: Games and Manipulatives for Hands-On Learning

Help me give my students an engaging learning experience with hands-on math manipulatives and games. Through the use of place value mats, 3-D geometric shapes, multiplication flashcards, fraction tiles, and base-ten blocks, my students will become fluent mathematicians!

  • $307 goal

This project expired on March 15, 2025.

This project expired on March 15, 2025.

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My Project

In my fifth-grade classroom, we strive to make math come alive by turning numbers and equations into exciting challenges. To deepen student understanding and spark enthusiasm for math, I am requesting math games and manipulatives to allow my students to have an in-depth and fun math experience through hands-on activities. These materials will transform abstract ideas into tangible learning experiences that are engaging and fun!

Fifth grade is a critical year for students as they tackle more complex mathematical topics such as fractions, decimals, geometry, and basic algebra.

These games and tools will not only reinforce what we learn in class but will also help students build confidence in their abilities, develop problem-solving skills, and learn how to collaborate with their peers. Hands-on materials will allow them to visualize and manipulate numbers, helping students connect abstract concepts to real-world applications.

Math can sometimes be seen as a subject that is "all numbers," but these games and manipulatives will help students see the beauty and creativity behind math. They will be able to visualize abstract concepts, improve problem-solving skills, build confidence, and work as a team with their peers. Math is an essential skill that impacts almost every part of life. Your donation will have a lasting impact on my students' mathematical understanding and will inspire them to approach math with excitement, confidence, and curiosity.

Ms. Zuidema Orville Wright Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Modesto, CA View local requests

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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Learning Resources - Folding Geometric Shapes 32/set Combo Set • Teachers' School Supply $57.75 1 $57.75
Lakeshore Place Value Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Simply magic 131 PCS Jumbo Magnetic Base Ten Blocks for Math, Place Value Blocks, Magnetic Base 10 Blocks Set for Teachers, Math Blocks for Counting, Counting Blocks, Magnetic Math Manipulatives K-3 • Amazon Business $20.20 1 $20.20
ZazzyKid Magnetic Fraction Tiles & Circles, 156pcs, 12 Color Coded, Fraction Manipulatives • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
WhizBuilders Multiplication Flash Cards for 3rd Grade Toddlers: 169 Math Manipulatives FlashCards, Multiplication Times Table, Math Games for Kids Ages 4-8 & up-1st 2nd 4th 5th 6th Grade • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Aizweb Multiplication Chart Puzzle,21" x 21" Multiplication Game Table for Kids Ages 7+, Math Game Math Manipulatives Learning Educational Toy - 1st,2nd,3rd,4th,5th and 6th Grade Class or Homeschool • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Teacher Created Resources Power Pen Learning Cards, Place Value, Grades 2 to 4 - Grades 2-4 - Kids • School Specialty $14.02 1 $14.02
Lakeshore Place Value Bingo • Lakeshore Learning Materials $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$198.91

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.45

Sales tax

 $18.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$260.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.98

Total project goal

$306.52

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