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Ms. Dunphy from Elizabeth, NJ is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Science Adventures With Little Scientists

Help me give my students specimen viewers, STEM kits, and science discovery tools to explore, observe, and learn about the natural world hands-on.

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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

My students are amazing little explorers, especially curious about the world around them. Many of them have special needs, which means they often interact with materials in unique and energetic ways. I love their enthusiasm and how they get excited about even the smallest discoveries even if their approach can sometimes be a bit rough.

The science tools I'm asking for will really bring their lessons to life, and importantly, they're designed to withstand heavy use.

The specimen viewers and STEM kits are sturdy and perfect for hands-on exploration by kids who might not always be gentle. These tools will let students see nature up close, learning about life cycles and how things work, even if they're handled with extra enthusiasm.

Our building brick kit is made for problem-solving and critical thinking, with pieces that can take a lot of handling. The bug discovery kit will get them excited about insects, with durable materials that can stand up to repeated, energetic use.

My main goal is to feed their natural curiosity while providing tools that can keep up with their learning style. These hands-on resources will let them explore, make guesses, and figure things out on their own, no matter how vigorously they engage with the materials.

I'm excited to see how these sturdy tools will spark their imaginations and help them grow as young scientists. They'll learn not just about science, but also important skills like being patient and asking good questions. These durable materials mean every student, regardless of their physical approach to learning, will have the chance to fully participate and discover the wonders of science.

Ms. Dunphy Mabel G Holmes School 5 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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Elizabeth, NJ View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

15 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Easy-View Early Science Kits (Complete Set) – STEM Supplies, STEM Toys, and Science Specimens • Lakeshore Learning Materials $279.00 1 $279.00
Environments Toddler, Preschool Early STEM, Specimen Viewers for Kids, Science Education Set of 4 • Amazon Business $50.62 1 $50.62
Environments Toddler Specimen Viewers Set of 4 (Item # SPECITOD) • Amazon Business $46.13 1 $46.13
Lakeshore Building Brick STEM Challenge Kit - Pre K-Gr. 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Life Cycle Sequencing Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Real Bugs Discovery Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Super-Safe Specimen Viewers • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$505.71

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$563.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.49

Total project goal

$663.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $663.24

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