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Mrs. Garcia from Glendale, AZ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fraction Tiles for Hands-On Learning!

Help me give my students fraction tiles to provide a hands-on, visual way for them to understand fractions.

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My Project

I am requesting fraction tiles for my students because these manipulatives will significantly enhance their understanding of fractions, a foundational concept in mathematics. Fraction tiles provide a tactile and visual way for students to explore the relationships between different fractions, making abstract concepts more concrete. By physically manipulating these tiles, students can see how fractions combine, compare, and represent part-to-whole relationships. This hands-on approach will foster deeper engagement and understanding, catering to diverse learning styles and needs.

My primary goal for this project is to improve students' mathematical fluency and confidence.

Many students struggle with fractions, often due to a lack of visual representation. With fraction tiles, I aim to create an interactive learning environment where students can experiment, ask questions, and develop a stronger grasp of fractions. I envision collaborative activities where students work in pairs or small groups, discussing and reasoning together as they manipulate the tiles. This not only enhances their mathematical skills but also encourages teamwork and communication.

What makes my students special is their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. They come from various cultural and socioeconomic contexts, each bringing their own experiences to the classroom. This diversity enriches our learning environment, but it also presents challenges, particularly in mathematics. Many of my students have limited exposure to hands-on learning tools, making it crucial to provide resources that can bridge gaps in understanding. By integrating fraction tiles into our curriculum, I hope to empower each student, helping them build a solid mathematical foundation that will serve them well beyond the classroom.

In conclusion, requesting fraction tiles is about more than just acquiring materials; it’s about creating an inclusive, engaging, and effective learning experience for all my students.

Mrs. Garcia Sunburst Elementary School Grades 6-8

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More than half 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
hand2mind Plastic Rainbow Fraction Tiles, Montessori Math Materials, Fraction Manipulatives, Unit Fraction, Fraction Bars Math Manipulatives, Fraction Games, Homeschool Supplies (Set of 51) • Amazon Business $7.99 30 $239.70
Learning Resources - Soft Foam Magnetic Rainbow Fraction Tiles • Teachers' School Supply $15.52 4 $62.08

Materials cost

$301.78

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.83

Sales tax

 $21.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$364.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.36

Total project goal

$429.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $429.08

1 Donor

-$214.54

Donations toward project cost

-$182.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.18

match offer

-$214.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.36

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.18

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