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Ms. Graham from Columbus, OH is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Graph It Up! Visualizing Math Concepts

Help me give my students graphing in a new and fun way in our classroom!

  • $173 goal

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Ms. Graham has another project! Donate to Bright Ideas: Making Math Fun and Engaging for All to help her classroom.

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My Project

Equipping students with essential graphing tools transforms their math learning experience by making abstract concepts tangible and engaging. Tools like dry-erase coordinate grids and interactive chart templates allow students to explore mathematical ideas visually and hands-on. For example, students can use graphing boards to plot equations and instantly see how changes in variables affect the graph. This immediate feedback fosters deeper understanding, especially for visual and kinesthetic learners, and helps build critical problem-solving skills. Such tools create opportunities for collaboration and experimentation, encouraging students to take an active role in their learning and build confidence in their abilities.

The goal of this project is to empower students with the resources they need to succeed in graphing and data analysis, which are foundational for algebra, geometry, and beyond.

By incorporating graphing manipulatives into the classroom, we aim to increase engagement and mastery of key math concepts while making lessons more dynamic and interactive. These tools will help students not only improve their performance in math but also develop critical thinking skills applicable across all subjects. In the long term, the project aspires to instill a love for math and prepare students for advanced studies in STEM fields, where graphing skills play a pivotal role.

What makes these students special is their resilience and enthusiasm for learning despite the challenges they may face. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the classroom. Many are visual or hands-on learners who excel when they have tools that align with their learning styles. These students show curiosity, creativity, and an eagerness to succeed when given the right resources. Providing them with graphing tools ensures that every student, regardless of their background or learning preference, has an equitable opportunity to thrive in math. This project is an investment in their potential and their future.

Ms. Graham Focus Learning Academy - Nrth Columbus Grades 6-8

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

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Columbus, OH View local requests

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
48 Pack Dry Erase XY Axis Graph Lap Boards 9'' x 12'' Double Sided White Boards Dry Erase Lapboards Math Student White Boards Double Sided Dry Erase Board with Erasers for School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Ferraycle 300 Sheets Graph Paper Pads 8.5 x 11 Inches Double Sided Graph Paper Pads Bulk 1/2 Inches Blueprint Quad Ruled Grid Notebook for Office Drawing Writing Graphing Drafting Supplies • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Mr. Pen- Graph Paper Sticky Notes, 6 Pads, 3x3 Inch, Graph Sticky Notes, Math Graph Paper, Graphing Sticky Notes, Grid Sticky Notes, Grid Notepad, Mini Graph Paper • Amazon Business $7.84 1 $7.84
Mr. Pen- Transparent Graph Paper Sticky Notes, 300 Sheets, 3x3 Inch, Graph Sticky Notes, Math Graph Paper, Graphing Sticky Notes, Grid Sticky Notes, Grid Notepad, Mini Graph Paper • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98

Materials cost

$114.80

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$146.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.86

Total project goal

$172.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $172.38

1 Donor

-$88.00

Donations toward project cost

-$74.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.20

match offer

-$84.38

Match offer toward project cost

-$71.72

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.66

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 $0.00

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