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Ms. Chanel Hunter from Charlotte, NC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring the Solar System: a Steam Adventure

Help me give my students hands-on materials for a solar system experiment, igniting curiosity and STEAM learning through discovery, creativity, and exploration. Your support brings the universe to our classroom!

  • $900 goal

This project expired on April 1, 2025.

This project expired on April 1, 2025.

My Project

My students are bright, curious, and full of imagination. They love exploring science through hands-on activities and always get excited when learning feels like an adventure. What makes them special is their creativity and eagerness to dive into new concepts, especially when they can explore through STEAM projects that blend science and art.

With your support, we will bring the Solar System to life through interactive lessons and creative experiments.

One exciting activity is making galaxy slime—a fun, sensory project where students will learn about the colors and swirling patterns of nebulae and galaxies. As they mix glue, glitter, and other ingredients, they’ll also explore chemical reactions, states of matter, and the science behind what makes slime work. We’ll also use planet models and orbit kits to help students understand planetary movement, sizes, and distances in space.

My goal is to make learning memorable by connecting science to hands-on experiences. These materials will give my students the tools to explore space, work collaboratively, and build a deeper understanding of our universe—all while having fun and learning through play.

Ms. Chanel Hunter Reedy Creek Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC 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

HBCU Alum 999 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Elmer's© Washable School Glue - Gallon • Nasco $17.84 15 $267.60
Elmer's Magical Liquid Slime Activator Solution, Updated Formula for Double Slime Output, Safe and Washable, 1 Quart • Amazon Business $12.98 15 $194.70
4 OZ Plastic Containers with Lids, MUXINCAMP 36 Pack 4 OZ Plastic Jars with Screw On Lids Empty Round Slime Jar Cosmetics Containers for Lotion, Cream, Ointments, Butter, Makeup, Travel Storage • Amazon Business $19.99 6 $119.94
EBOOT Star Confetti Holographic Stars Glitter Confetti for Christmas Decoration, Wedding Party Supplies, Multicolor, 1/4 Inch • Amazon Business $5.99 10 $59.90
LEOBRO Glitter, Fine Glitter and Chunky Glitter, 32 Jars Craft Glitter Powder Holographic Glitter Resin Glitter for Crafts, Halloween Christmas Body Glitter Bulk, Glitter Paint Art Crafts • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97

Materials cost

$672.11

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$52.42

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$764.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.93

Total project goal

$899.54

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