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Ms. Larios from El Paso, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring the Tiny Wonders of Nature Part 2

Help me give my students "Tiny Wonders, Big Discoveries: Inspiring Curiosity and Creativity through Hands-On Learning with Nature."

  • 21 donors
  • $712 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

We are seeking donations of crayons, colored pencils, rugs, pillows, and origami paper to support a new and exciting initiative in our local library: the Tiny Wonders Project. This project is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity in children by connecting them with the natural world in ways that are both fun and educational. Through hands-on experiences, children will have the opportunity to observe and study small creatures like ants and ladybugs, gaining valuable insight into the intricate lives of these tiny organisms.

The items we are requesting—crayons, colored pencils, rugs, pillows, and origami paper—are essential to creating a well-rounded, hands-on learning environment for our students through the Tiny Wonders Project.

Each resource will play a key role in enhancing the children's learning experience in different ways, helping them to develop both academically and creatively.

Crayons and Colored Pencils: These materials will allow students to express their understanding of the insects they are studying in creative ways.

Origami Paper: They will learn to fold paper into representations of ladybugs, ants, and other creatures, which not only strengthens their understanding of the insects but also enhances their spatial reasoning and concentration.

Rugs and Pillows: Creating a cozy, inviting environment is critical to encouraging focus and engagement.

Each of these items plays a role in creating a multisensory learning environment that allows students to approach science and nature in ways that are interactive, creative, and enjoyable.

By supporting the Tiny Wonders Project, you are helping us to provide an environment where students can explore their curiosity, develop new skills, and nurture their love for learning.

Ms. Larios
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Llc - 400 Large Size Crayon Classpack • Teachers' School Supply $84.55 2 $169.10
K Kackool 6-Piece Set Parlor Floor Cushion Cover Big pebbles Cushioncover Pillowcase With Colored Stones Kids Room Rock Toy Storage Pillow Case (random combination) • Amazon Business $41.31 2 $82.62
Qupace 6-Piece Set Rock Pillow Covers for Kid Room Pebble Cushions Covers Decorative Pillowcases Colored Stone Photography Props Hidden Zip Removable and Washable(6 Different Sizes) • Amazon Business $35.00 2 $70.00
Crayola Classpack Jumbo Crayons 200/Box (52-8389) • Staples $57.48 1 $57.48
Sorbus Tree Stump Stool, Toy Storage Ottoman 15 Inch Fake Tree Stumps Log Stool Storage, Artificial Tree Trunk, Perfect Footstool Kids Toy Chest, Rustic Log Cabin Decor Bench, Pedestal (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $53.09 1 $53.09
Crayola Colored Pencils Bulk, Kids School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Packs with 12 Colors [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $25.44 2 $50.88
Tenmiro 32.8ft LED Strip Lights, RGB LED Smart Music Sync Color Changing LED Lights Strips with Remote LED Lights for Bedroom, Room, TV, Party • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Trail maker 12 Pack Bulk Crayons | Washable Beeswax Bright Color Crayons Bulk Individual Packs, 10 Per Box, 12 Boxes Bundle Art Set Crayons for Kids, Classrooms, Restaurants • Amazon Business $9.59 2 $19.18
Origami Paper, 350 Origami Paper Kit, Set Includes - 300 Sheets 20 Colors 6x6, 50 Traditional Japanese Patterns, Origami Book 25 Easy Colored Projects, Kids Crafts, Great Christmas Gifts for boys 8-12 • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$548.32

Vendor shipping charges

$18.60

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$605.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.79

Total project goal

$711.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$711.93

7 Donors

-$628.85

Donations toward project cost

-$561.02

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$67.83

match offer

-$51.92

Match offer toward project cost

-$44.13

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.79

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$31.17

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$0.00

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