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Mrs. Lori Hoffman from Lubbock, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Igniting Curiosity: Hands-On Science and Math for Engaged Learning

Help me give my students hands-on math and science activities that will allow them to explore in our classroom. The Can Do! Science discovery kits include experiments that students can complete independently, fostering their learning through exploration.

  • $821 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

I am a Pre-Kindergarten teacher at a Title I school just outside of Lubbock, TX, where 80% of our students come from low-income families. I am passionate about being a Pre-K teacher because I get to help students build a strong foundation for their educational journey.

I am seeking materials to create hands-on learning stations that engage my students in diverse and interactive ways.

These items will be a valuable addition to my classroom, enabling students to develop math and science skills while exploring and having fun.

I am excited to incorporate engaging activities that promote both enjoyment and learning. The Can Do! Science activities will provide opportunities for students to explore their surroundings and learn about the world. Additionally, I have included counting and number-related items to help them develop a sense of numeracy in a fun, hands on experience.

Mrs. Lori Hoffman Roosevelt Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mrs. Lori Hoffman

Lubbock, TX 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Can Do! Science Discovery Kits - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $149.00 1 $149.00
Lakeshore Shapes Discovery Boxes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Sequencing Numbers 1-30 Puzzles - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Counting Cones • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Nuts About Counting! • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Geomakers STEM Toy, Assorted Colors, 58 Pieces (LER9293) • Quill.com $16.94 2 $33.88
Lakeshore Touch & Match Guessing Game • Lakeshore Learning Materials $32.99 1 $32.99
Lakeshore Ladybug Number Match • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore 3-D Geometric Shapes Tub • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore It’s a Snap! Patterning Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Jumbo Sorting & Counting Dinosaurs Matching Game - Educational Dinosaur Toys for 2 3 4 5 Year Olds with 54 Math Manipulatives, Dino Grabber, Toddler Games Dice, Toy Storage & Kids Activities eBook • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
130 PCS Jumbo Magnetic Ten Frame Set, Ten Frames Class Set, Math Manipulatives for Kindergarten, PreK, Preschool, Math Counters, Games for Kids, Magnetic Counters, Teacher and Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Lakeshore Shape Sorting Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $21.99 1 $21.99
Lakeshore Sequencing Numbers 1-10 Puzzles - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Skoolzy Rainbow Star Flex Building Toys 90 Piece Jumbo Set, STEM Building Blocks for Kids Ages 4-8, Tinker Toys for Classroom Bins • Amazon Business $18.79 1 $18.79
Lakeshore Pop & Link Sensory Beads • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
44PCS Sensory Toddler Wooden Stacking Rocks Toys for Boys & Girls Ages 3+ Year Old Building Blocks Montessori Preschool Educational STEM Toys for Kids Birthday Gifts Safe Creativity Rainbow Stones • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$632.33

Vendor shipping charges

$25.79

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$697.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.11

Total project goal

$820.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$820.71

3 Donors

-$539.30

Donations toward project cost

-$468.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.89

match offer

-$269.64

Match offer toward project cost

-$229.19

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.77

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$0.00

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