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Ms. Kishimoto from Loma Linda, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Learning: Building Strong Foundations with Kindergarten Math Manipulatives

Help me give my students math manipulatives that will help make learning more engaging and effective for my students, providing them with hands-on tools to better understand key concepts and enhance their educational experience."

  • 4 donors
  • $1,097 goal

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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

Hands-on math activities are an invaluable tool for kindergarteners, offering a dynamic way to engage young learners in important foundational concepts. By using manipulatives, children can physically interact with numbers and shapes, helping them better understand abstract ideas such as counting, addition, subtraction, and basic geometry. These hands-on experiences promote active learning, strengthen fine motor skills, and improve problem-solving abilities. Furthermore, tactile engagement fosters deeper cognitive connections, allowing children to visualize and experience math in a tangible, fun way.

However, providing these enriching experiences can be costly.

High-quality math manipulatives, such as counting blocks, geometric shapes, and number lines, are not always affordable for teachers, especially those working with limited school budgets. As a result, many educators rely on donations to provide students with the materials they need to thrive. Access to these hands-on tools is crucial for ensuring all students, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to succeed in building a strong mathematical foundation. Your support in donating these resources would make a lasting impact, helping to create a more engaging and effective learning environment for young minds.

Ms. Kishimoto Bryn Mawr Elementary 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.

More about Ms. Kishimoto

Loma Linda, 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

21 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Superio 1 Qt Clear Plastic Storage Bin with Lid, Non-Toxic, BPA Free, Odor Free, Organizer Storage Box, Stackable Plastic Tote for Home, Garage, School, and Office, X-Small • Amazon Business $14.99 20 $299.80
Lakeshore Double-Sided Magnetic Number Tiles • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Visualize Math Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Peg Number Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Ten-Frames Magnetic Answer Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Lakeshore Touch & Match Sensory Subtraction Cards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Lakeshore Counting Cones • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Magnetic Counting Maze • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Sequencing Numbers 1-20 Puzzles - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Find the Number Activity Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Nuts About Counting! • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore It’s a Snap! Simple Addition Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Tweezer Tongs Color Sorting Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Lakeshore See & Solve Math Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $22.99 1 $22.99
Lakeshore Sequencing Numbers 1-10 Puzzles - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Lakeshore Tactile Numbers Match-Ups • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Learn to Count! Dough Mats • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Lakeshore Numbers to 100 Match-Ups • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$792.63

Vendor shipping charges

$24.64

Sales tax

$72.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$931.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$164.42

Total project goal

$1,096.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,096.11

3 Donors

-$548.06

Donations toward project cost

-$465.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.21

match offer

-$548.05

Match offer toward project cost

-$465.84

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$82.21

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