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Engineering Dreams: Help Us Build the Next Generation of Innovators

Help me give my students opportunities to learn more about different kinds of coding. The bots we have in our classroom are out of date. Help us jump into the future and make problem solving fun!

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Ozobots are small, programmable robots that will have a tremendous impact on my students’ learning. These robots are designed to be accessible for all skill levels, making them perfect for introducing coding and robotics to younger learners while also challenging advanced students to deepen their understanding. The hands-on experience of programming Ozobots with color-coded markers or through a block-based coding platform will give students the opportunity to see the direct results of their decisions and actions in real-time.

With Ozobots, students will engage in interactive lessons where they can design and program paths for the robots to follow, combining creativity with critical thinking.

This immediate feedback helps students understand the connection between abstract concepts like coding, sequencing, and problem-solving and the tangible results they can create. As they work with the Ozobots, they will not only develop essential coding skills but also improve their teamwork, communication, and adaptability.

These robots will also help students see the relevance of technology in the world around them. By programming Ozobots to navigate different obstacles or complete specific tasks, they will begin to understand how robotics can be applied to solve problems and improve processes in real-life situations. This hands-on learning approach encourages exploration and experimentation, key elements that spark curiosity and a love for STEM fields.

Ozobots are also versatile enough to be used across various subjects, not just in robotics or coding. Whether they are mapping out geographical features in a history lesson or simulating environmental changes in a science project, these robots can be integrated into different aspects of the curriculum, providing interdisciplinary learning experiences that engage students in new and exciting ways.

Ms. Anderson St Francis Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ozobot Evo Robot Classroom Kit - 18 pack • Nasco $2,990.00 1 $2,990.00
Ozobot Evo Robot Classroom Kit - 12 pack • Nasco $2,050.00 1 $2,050.00

Materials cost

$5,040.00

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$75.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$5,145.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$908.05

Total project goal

$6,053.65

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