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Mrs. Rappleye from Bakersfield, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Growing Minds: Exploring the Science of Sprouting Seeds

Help me give my students garden kits and learning tools for the chance to get excited to watch seeds grow and learn about nature.

  • $312 goal

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Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Help Mrs. Rappleye

Mrs. Rappleye has another project! Donate to Letters, Numbers, and Little Learners to help her classroom.

$458 - complete this project and be a hero

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

Learning about the science of growing seeds and nature is essential in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) because it builds foundational skills in science, language, and social-emotional development. Young children learn best through hands-on experiences, and planting seeds allows them to observe growth, change, and cause-and-effect relationships in a meaningful way. Through this process, they develop early scientific skills by exploring life cycles, understanding the needs of plants, and making observations. Additionally, discussing and journaling about their plants helps expand their vocabulary and communication skills, supporting language development. Caring for a plant also fosters patience, responsibility, and empathy as students nurture their seedlings over time. Most importantly, learning about nature helps children connect with the world around them, teaching them where food comes from, the importance of plants in the environment, and how they can care for the earth. By engaging in the science of growing seeds, TK students develop curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world—skills that will support their growth as learners and responsible individuals.

Mrs. Rappleye Donald E Suburu School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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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Bakersfield, CA 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

24 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Abilitations Sensory Garden - Steel - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $89.02 1 $89.02
Educational Insights Sprout & Grow Window Plant Growing Kit, Science Kit for Homeschool & Classrooms, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $26.39 1 $26.39
BRETOYIN 16PCS Life Cycle of Bee Figurines Plant Toy Flower Toys Set for Toddlers Age 3+ Educational Project Diorama Kids Toys for Preschool Children • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Learning Resources Giant Magnetic Plant Life Cycle - 12 Pieces, Science Exploration Activities for Kids, Homeschool and Classroom Science Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Biggun Avocado Tree Growing Kit - Avocado Pit Planting Bowl with Cork and Wooden Base, Cultivating Seedlings in Novel Way, Great Gift for Family Friends and Gardening Enthusiasts • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sunny's Seeds: A picture book for kids about growing plants and flowers! • Amazon Business $12.00 1 $12.00
Plant Packages: A Book About Seeds (Growing Things) • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Mkono 2 Pack Watering Can, 250ML and 500ML Succulent Watering Bottle Plant Flower Squeeze Bottle Plastic Bend Mouth Safety Wash Bottle, Small and Medium, White • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$203.86

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.90

Sales tax

 $18.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$264.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.67

Total project goal

$311.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $311.14

2 Donors

-$157.48

Donations toward project cost

-$134.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.62

Matching donations from our partners

-$152.48

Match offers toward project cost

-$129.61

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.87

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.18

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 $0.00

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